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Bushfire Knocked Out Perth Airport, Forcing Shutdown

By Drooid · Oct 29, 2026 · How we work

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A massive power outage forced the shutdown of Perth Airport.
The outage was triggered by a bushfire in the Kalamunda foothills.
Western Power says electricity may be restored around 7 p.m. on 29 October 2026.
Passengers on arriving flights have been told to disembark and experience delays.
Some airport services began coming back online by 4 p.m. on 29 October 2026.

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A massive power outage forced the shutdown of Perth Airport.
The outage was triggered by a bushfire in the Kalamunda foothills.
Western Power says electricity may be restored around 7 p.m. on 29 October 2026.
Passengers on arriving flights have been told to disembark and experience delays.
Some airport services began coming back online by 4 p.m. on 29 October 2026.