St John WA - Karratha

14/02/2026

Happy Valentine's Day to our own ❤️❤️💚💚💙💙Karratha Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service Pilbara District - WA Police Force

Some people do situationships.
We prefer commitment.
24/7.
No mixed signals.
❤️💙💚🧡
Whatever the colour - we’re here to help.
Happy Valentine’s Day to our besties.

Western Australia Police Force Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

08/02/2026

UPDATE: Sun 8 Feb 09:19 AM - This update has been superseded and the status has now changed. See emergency.wa.gov.au for more details.

Good morning to everyone except Mitchell, who really needs to get out of town now...

🔴 Firstly, we remain on EMERGENCY WARNING. 🔴

This means you still need to SHELTER INDOORS NOW. Winds continue to be in excess of 100 km/h.

❗For life-threatening emergencies, call 000.

🆘 To report a storm or flood related emergency to us, call 132 500.

We're on standby and expect to get busy as the day goes on as it becomes clearer what impact TC Mitchell has had.

Stay safe, folks. Hope you're all holding up okay.

08/02/2026

🌀 PLEASE NOTE: this cyclone alert has been updated for WHIM CREEK to MARDIE including BARROW ISLAND and MONTEBELLO ISLANDS and MARDIE to ONSLOW and surrounds, including Thevenard Island. For the latest information visit emergency.wa.gov.au or the Emergency WA app.🌀

07/02/2026

🌀HEALTH ADVICE: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Mitchell🌀

UPDATE: as of 09:40am Wednesday 11/2/26

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Mitchell has passed through the Pilbara and Midwest and all WA Country Health Service facilities have now resumed normal services.

Stay informed: www.emergency.wa.gov.au
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UPDATE: as of 09:40am Tuesday 10/2/26

Karratha Health Campus, Onslow Health Service and Roebourne Hospital have returned to normal operations.
Coral Bay Nursing Post will reopen Wednesday morning.
Exmouth, Carnarvon and Shark Bay remain open.
Keeping staff and patients safe is our number one priority.
We’ve made sure there are adequate provisions including medical, pharmaceuticals, food and water. Plans are in place for high-risk patients.
While emergency and inpatient care is still available at the site, a number of outpatient, allied health and nursing appointments will be rescheduled.
Don’t forget – if you require medical assistance during a cyclone call Health Direct on 1800 022 222 or 000 in an emergency.
Stay informed: www.emergency.wa.gov.au

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UPDATE: as of 11:20am Monday 9/2/26

Karratha Health Campus, Onslow Health Service, Exmouth Health Service and Roebourne Hospital have returned to normal operations.

Coral Bay Nursing Post will remain closed today.

Keeping staff and patients safe is our number one priority.

We’ve made sure there are adequate provisions including medical, pharmaceuticals, food and water. Plans are in place for high-risk patients.

While emergency and inpatient care is still available at the site, a number of outpatient, allied health and nursing appointments will be rescheduled.

Don’t forget – if you require medical assistance during a cyclone call Health Direct on 1800 022 222 or 000 in an emergency.

Stay informed: www.emergency.wa.gov.au
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UPDATE: as of 08:50am Monday 9/2/26

Karratha Health Campus and Roebourne Hospital have returned to normal operations.

Onslow Health Service and Exmouth Health Service have enacted cyclone response plan but are open for emergencies.

Coral Bay Nursing Post will remain closed today.

Keeping staff and patients safe is our number one priority.

We’ve made sure there are adequate provisions including medical, pharmaceuticals, food and water. Plans are in place for high-risk patients.

While emergency and inpatient care is still available at the site, a number of outpatient, allied health and nursing appointments will be rescheduled.

Don’t forget – if you require medical assistance during a cyclone call Health Direct on 1800 022 222 or 000 in an emergency.

Stay informed: www.emergency.wa.gov.au
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UPDATE as of 05:00am Monday 9/2/26:

Karratha Health Campus has returned to normal operations.

Onslow Health Service has enacted its cyclone response plan but is open for emergencies.

Roebourne Hospital has temporarily relocated its emergency department to Yaandina Community Services located opposite the hospital.

Exmouth Health Service has enacted its cyclone response plan but is open for emergencies.

Coral Bay Nursing Post will remain closed today.

Keeping staff and patients safe is our number one priority.

We’ve made sure there are adequate provisions including medical, pharmaceuticals, food and water. Plans are in place for high-risk patients.

While emergency and inpatient care is still available at the site, a number of outpatient, allied health and nursing appointments will be rescheduled.

Don’t forget – if you require medical assistance during a cyclone call Health Direct on 1800 022 222 or 000 in an emergency.

Stay informed: www.emergency.wa.gov.au
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UPDATE as of 12:40pm Sunday 8/2/26:

Karratha Health Campus has returned to normal operations.

Onslow Health Service has enacted its cyclone response plan but is open for emergencies.

Roebourne Hospital has temporarily relocated its emergency department to Yaandina Community Services located opposite the hospital.

Exmouth Health Service has enacted its cyclone response plan but is open for emergencies.

Coral Bay Nursing Post will remain closed today, in line with normal operating hours.

Keeping staff and patients safe is our number one priority.

We’ve made sure there are adequate provisions including medical, pharmaceuticals, food and water. Plans are in place for high-risk patients.

While emergency and inpatient care is still available at the site, a number of outpatient, allied health and nursing appointments will be rescheduled.

Don’t forget – if you require medical assistance during a cyclone call Health Direct on 1800 022 222 or 000 in an emergency.

Stay informed: www.emergency.wa.gov.au


Roebourne Hospital has been temporarily closed, and services have been redirected to Yaandina Community Services located opposite the hospital.

Keeping staff and patients safe is our number one priority.

We’ve made sure there are adequate provisions including medical, pharmaceuticals, food and water. Plans are in place for high-risk patients.

While emergency and inpatient care is still available at the site, a number of outpatient, allied health and nursing appointments will be rescheduled.

Don’t forget – if you require medical assistance during a cyclone call Health Direct on 1800 022 222 or 000 in an emergency.

Stay informed: www.emergency.wa.gov.au

07/02/2026

⚠️ EVACUATION CENTRES CLOSED - TROPICAL CYCLONE MITCHELL ⚠️

Time of issue: 09:09 AM, 10 Feb 2026.

🏠 The Department of Communities has closed the following evacuation centres:
- Carnarvon PCYC, corner of Whitlock St and Douglas St.
- Karratha Leisureplex.
- Exmouth Shire Hall, 349 Payne St.
- Onslow Multi Purpose Centre, Hooley Ave.
- Shark Bay Recreation Centre, Francis Rd.

ℹ️ For the latest information visit emergency.wa.gov.au or the Emergency WA app.

06/02/2026

28/01/2026

Update impacting older Apple device users, see below for more details and remember to save Triple Zero (000) for emergencies.

**UPDATE - 30 January 2026**

Telstra advises affected iPhone users can resolve this issue by installing a carrier settings update.

Instructions are available here: https://www.telstra.com.au/exchange/iphone-calling-issue--what-you-need-to-know

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The WA Police Force has been made aware some older Apple devices are currently experiencing an issue where they may not be able to make or receive phone calls, including emergency calls to 000 (Triple Zero).

Devices that may be impacted include:
• iPhone 8 updated to iOS16.7.13
• iPhone 8 Plus updated to iOS16.7.13
• iPhone X updated to iOS16.7.13

Users of Apple devices are advised to delay updating the software on their device until the issue is resolved.

A reminder Triple Zero should only be called in an emergency - affected users are urged not to try calling Triple Zero, unless there is a life-threatening emergency.

22/01/2026

The team at St John Ambulance Karratha would love to have Tones And I visit Karratha!
Head to the ‘Bring Tones and I to Karratha’ FB page and give it a follow!!!

Bring Tones and I to Karratha

20/01/2026

🚨𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿/𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗶𝗱🚨

Does your team often work in isolated areas? We have a HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote and Isolated Sites course coming up in Karratha on Wed 4th Feb & Thurs 5th Feb 8:30am-4:30pm (2 Day Course)

Book in today:
📞08 9185 1222
📧karratha.subcentre@stjohnwa.com.au
🌐www.stjohnwa.com.au/first-aid-training

12/01/2026

🚑 Keep Your First Aid Kit Ready with St John WA! 🚑

At St John WA, we make workplace first aid compliance easy. Regularly check and restock your first aid kit to stay compliant with the Work Health and Safety Act 2020. Our Kit Servicing ensures your first aid kits and defibrillators are always ready for action.

✅ What we offer:
• Kit replenishment & defibrillator inspection
• Compliance sticker for every visit
• Ongoing reminders for next service

🔧 Why St John WA?
• 130+ years of expertise
• Flexible service options (6, 12 months, or as needed)
• Competitive pricing from $100

📅 Book today! Call [9185 1420] or email us (karratha.kitservicing@stjohnwa.com.au)!

31/12/2025

St John Ambulance Karratha would like to say a huge thank you to our 2025 Volunteer sponsors. Local businesses who very kindly supported our volunteer cohort throughout the year but most particularly towards our Awards Night, which recognises the amazing contribution our volunteers make towards the community. Legends all round!

If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, click the link below https://www.stjohnwa.com.au/changelives/volunteer/regional/volunteer-ambulance-officer