Firefighters battle Byford fire, Augusta blaze under control ARSON: Firefighters are battling to control a fire, believed to be deliberately lit, north of the town of Augusta. FIREFIGHTERS are battling a second bushfire near Byford, about 40km south of Perth, where embers are flying ahead of the firefront. Burning embers are sparking spotfires ahead of the bushfire, which is burning near Cardup and Byford in the Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale. Residents and motorists have been warned to watch out for the blaze, burning at the intersection of Hopkinson Road and Cardup Siding Road in Cardup and Byford. Fire crews have been at the scene since the fire was reported just before 11am. The Department of Fire and Emergency Services has said no lives or homes are at risk, but people near the fire should keep aware and up to date by visiting www.dfes.wa.gov.au. Augusta fire under control FIREFIGHTERS battling a bushfire near Augusta in the the South West have the fire under control. The fire is still burning and smoke is blanketing Augusta after the fire started near the town's airstrip about 1am today. The Department of Fire and Emergency Services has issued an advice for residents to be aware of the fire, however there is no risk to lives or homes. The bushfire has burnt about six hectares and is now contained. Firefighters are now using heavy earth-moving equipment to strengthen containment lines. Thirty Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service and Bush Fire Service firefighters using 11 appliances are on the scene. One Type 1 helicopter is assisting ground crews and the Shire of Augusta Margaret River is there. No roads are closed, but due to the smoke, drivers are being told to turn their headlights on and drive slowly. Anyone with a respiratory condition and affected by the smoke should contact their local doctor or call Health Direct on 1800 022 222. The cause of the fire is suspicious and anyone who has noticed suspicious behaviour is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.