Police are investigating a house fire in which six people are unaccounted for on Russell Island this morning, August 6.
Emergency services were called at approximately 6.20am to a Todman Street property following reports a house was on fire.
Upon arrival, the house was fully involved and multiple surrounding properties were damaged.
A crime scene was immediately declared and an investigation launched.
Initial investigations indicate six people are unaccounted for, including five children and a man, who are residents at the property.
Nine people were treated at the scene, including neighbours, and two people have been transported to hospital in a stable condition.
Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire.
Fire investigators are awaiting the area to be declared safe before examining the scene.
Police appeal to anyone with information or relevant vision to come forward.
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 or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
