A routine inspection this morning of on-base accommodation in HMAS Cerberus has resulted in hazardous material being located in a residential unit.
As a precaution, a 400 metre safety zone has been established around the accommodation block.
Victoria Police are in attendance and a Defence member is assisting them with their inquiries.
Media contact:
Defence Media Operations (02) 6127 1999
Issued by Ministerial and Executive Coordination and Communication,
Department of Defence,
Canberra, ACT
Phone: 02 6127 1999 Fax: 02 6265 6946
