Emergency Declaration Issued in Townsville Following Large Fire
Queensland Police declared an emergency under the Public Safety Preservation Act (PSPA) on the morning of an incident involving a large fire in Townsville.
Emergency services were initially called to the intersection of Blackwood Street and Flinders Street at approximately 6:15 a.m. following reports of the blaze. Authorities subsequently declared the PSPA at 8:40 a.m.
An exclusion zone has been established encompassing several streets in Townsville, including Jones Street, Sturt Street, Blackwood Street, Walker Street, Stanley Street, Hanran Street, and Flinders Street.
Police have advised members of the public and motorists to avoid the area. Individuals located within the exclusion zone have been instructed to remain indoors and keep their windows closed until further notice.
Queensland Police
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