Australia: Police responding to reports of suspicious package in central Mackay, Queensland State, Oct. 16

Event

Authorities are responding to reports of a suspicious package in the Central Business District of Mackay, Queensland State, Oct. 16. Police have set up an exclusion zone from around 13:00 affecting Gordon Street between Wellington and Milton streets. Officials have advised the public to avoid the area until investigations end.

A heightened security presence is likely to continue in the affected area over the coming hours. Associated localized transport disruptions are probable. Officials may evacuate buildings in the vicinity as a precaution; businesses may experience disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until officials give the all-clear. Plan for localized traffic disruptions and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Heed all directives issued by authorities.