Four Dead, Two Critically Injured in Central Queensland Crash

A tragic two-vehicle crash on Queensland's Capricorn Highway between Comet and Blackwater resulted in four deaths at the scene and left two men in their 20s with serious injuries, who were taken to Emerald Hospital in potentially life-threatening conditions. The crash occurred around 10:50 a.m. on Sunday and caused the highway to be closed in both directions, with detours established that are unsuitable for heavy vehicles on some routes. Emergency services, including multiple ambulance crews and fire services, responded to the incident, but no detailed information about the cause of the crash has been released due to the complexity of the investigation. This crash adds to a deadly weekend on Queensland roads, which have seen at least nine fatalities since Friday, including another fatal collision near Mackay involving teenagers. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash while managing the traffic disruptions caused by the highway closure. Police have urged caution and patience from motorists as the Capricorn Highway remains closed for the foreseeable future.