Qld police in rural shooting incident

Gunfire was exchanged and the status of the officers involved was unknown, although multiple media outlets reported there were grave concerns for several officers' safety.

The Queensland Ambulance Service is on scene, while two LifeFlight helicopters and the Rescue 500 chopper have been sent to the area. 

Specialist police are also making their way to the scene. 

An emergency declaration was issued on Monday evening for the Wieambilla area and Wains Rd was closed to the public.

Residents within Chinchilla Tara Road, Wieambilla Road, Bennetts School Road and Mary Street have been told to stay indoors until further notice.

The Wieambilla region is a known black spot for communications.