The department aims to minimise smoke impacts, and people with conditions exacerbated by smoke should take precautions in line with their medical advice.
Comments attributed to Environment Minister Stephen Dawson:
"The McGowan Government is committed to protecting the Western Australian community from the damaging impacts of bushfires using a collaborative approach to bushfire mitigation between government agencies, local government authorities and industry.
"The department will be undertaking prescribed burning over the coming weeks as part of its shared responsibility in keeping communities safe.
"The spring months allow a short window of opportunity for department staff and volunteers to safely undertake this vital work, and we thank the community for their patience and understanding during this time."