PSPA declared, Coolum

Police have declared an emergency situation in Coolum this afternoon due to a fire.

The declaration was made at 4.25pm and encompasses the area in Coolum around the boundary of David Low Way, Springfield Avenue, Cinnamon Avenue, Park Crescent and Coolum Yandina Road.

Police and other emergency services are currently at the scene and are assisting with evacuations on Arcoona Road and Doonan Bridge Road.

Officers remain at the scene and will assist anyone without a reason for being in the area are being asked to avoid the area.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

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