PSPA declared in Woodgate (Bundaberg), QLD

Police have made an emergency declaration under the Public Safety Preservation Act due to a dangerous grass fire burning in Woodgate (Bundaberg).

The exclusion zone is bound by Burrum River west of the Bruce Highway, Bruce Highway north to Goodwood Road, Goodwood Road to Elliot River.

Residents within the exclusion zone are urged to follow the advice of emergency services on the ground and leave the area now.

Woodgate Road between Heidkes Road and Frizzells Road is currently closed in both directions.

Members of the public are advised to avoid the area.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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