Authorities have asked citizens not to approach the area, while police continue to investigate the incident
A helicopter crashed on the roof of a hotel in Cairns City in Australia, prompting authorities to proceed with mass evacuations of the area.
In particular, as reported by the DailyMail, the Queensland Police announced that they are establishing an exclusion zone that includes the Esplanade, Minnie Street, Aplin Street and Grafton Street.
Police have declared a Public Safety Preservation Act (PSPA) in Cairns City due to an aviation incident this morning, August 12.
The PSPA has an exclusion zone encompassing Esplanade, Minnie Street, Aplin Street, and Grafton Street.https://t.co/hvOb5zkWS3 pic.twitter.com/LOgkpWrVPe
— Queensland Police (@QldPolice) August 11, 2024
Emergency services were called to the crash on the Esplanade in Cairns City, Australia.
Authorities have asked citizens not to approach the area, while police continue to investigate the incident.
Initial investigations indicated that the helicopter crashed into the roof of a hotel, resulting in the building being evacuated as a precaution, while there are no reports of injuries to people on the ground.
Source :Skai
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