Homes have been damaged and about three hectares have been burnt after a bushfire ripped through Ellenbrook on Thursday afternoon. An emergency warning was issued just after 3pm, with residents told there is a threat to lives and homes. Residents have been told it is not safe to return home as the bushfire remains uncontrolled and uncontained. Camera Icon Bushfire in Ellenbrook. Credit: 7NEWSSAFEST ROUTEIf safe to do so, leave now in a southerly directionUpdates will be available at the Emergency WA website.