Alert level downgraded for bushfire burning in northern part of Ellenbrook A fire burning close to homes in Ellenbrook. Picture: Daniel Donnelly, Channel 10 Source: Supplied THE threat posed by a fire in the northern part of Ellenbrook has been downgraded to a bushfire advice. Firefighters have managed to get on top of the blaze, which has now been contained and brought under control. Earlier today, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services issued a bushfire emergency warning for the Ellenbrook blaze, saying homes and lives were at risk by the out of control bushfire. DFES has since downgraded the fire to a bushfire advice for the northern part of Ellenbrook, the southern part of Bullsbrook and the northern part of The Vines. The fire is burning in bushland near Pineroo Terrace, Feredy Loop and Maralla Road in Ellenbrook. DFES says the bushfire is moving in a slow south westerly direction at 100m an hour. Burning embers are likely to be blown around your home. Spot fires are starting up to 500m ahead of the fire. In total, 80 firefighters are on the scene. Helitacs and water bombers have been helping fight the blaze. Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible Read through your bushfire survival plan If you do not have a plan decide what you will do if the situation gets worse Drivers should avoid the area and be aware of fire and other emergency services personnel working on site. Visit www.dfes.wa.gov.au, or call 1300 657 209 for updates.