Update 2: PSPA declaration, West Ipswich explosion

Police investigating an explosion at West Ipswich on Thursday have again declared an emergent situation in the surrounding area under the Public Safety Preservation Act this morning.

A search had recommenced of the yard this morning and during the initial phases of that search further material has been located at the rear of the residence.

The declaration was made at 9.31am with the affected area contained within a boundary of Brisbane Street, Tiger Street, Challinor Street, and the boundary of the railway line. Clay, Tudor and Darling Streets are all contained inside the boundary.

Police are advising residents to remain inside with no evacuations required at this time.

Specialist police are currently conducting further examinations at the property on Clay Street where an explosion occurred around 6.30pm on Thursday night.

Investigations into the incident are continuing.

Further advice will be provided when the emergent situation is revoked.

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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