Bushfire threatening lives in WA's north

A watch and act bushfire warning remains in place for people in some parts of Western Australia's Pilbara region.

Lives and homes are under threat from a fast-moving and out-of-control bushfire heading towards a roadhouse in Western Australia's north.

A Watch And Act alert is in place for people at or near Pardoo Roadhouse and east of the De Grey River including Pardoo Station, Goldsworthy, Shay Gap, Warralong Community and Yarrie Mine Camp in the Shire of East Pilbara.

The blaze is burning along the Great Northern Highway, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services says.

Pardoo Roadhouse and Cape Keraudren Caravan Park have been closed.

Firefighters are on their way and roadhouse staff are helping to protect the property.

The bushfire has been burning since November 4.