Emergency declaration at Peregian Springs, QLD

Police have made an emergency declaration under the Public Safety Preservation Act due to a large bushfire burning at Peregian Springs (Sunshine Coast) which is currently threatening homes.

The declared zone encompasses Lakewood Drive to Lake Weyba, Sunshine Motorway south to Murdering Creek Road and back to Lake Weyba.

Residents within the declared zone are urged to follow the direction of emergency services and evacuate if required.

The Sunshine Motorway has been closed both directions at the Doonan roundabout.

Members of the public are advised to avoid the area.

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