Australian Warning System (AWS) now live in WA

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) has joined with other Australian States and Territories to implement the Australian Warning System (AWS).

The AWS is a nationally consistent three-level warning system featuring standardised warning level names, colours, and clear calls to action, guiding affected communities on what steps to take to stay safe.

As of Monday, 15 July Western Australia has adopted the Australian Warning System (AWS) for bushfire, cyclone, flood and storm warnings.

The AWS is a national approach to emergency information that aims to deliver consistent warnings to Australian communities, so people know what they need to do to stay safe in an emergency, no matter where they are.

Consistent warning levels, colours and hazard icons supported by a clear and concise action statement will make warnings easier to understand.

For more information, visit the Department of Fire and Emergency Services website.