Photos capture devastation of Peregian Beach fires in Queensland

At least one house has been destroyed and others damaged as the fires in Queensland continue their devastating march.

Photos have emerged showing the devastating impact of fires around Peregian Beach in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

Hundreds of residents were forced to flee their homes after the fast-moving blaze appeared on Monday, destroying one home and a shed in the Peregian Beach area.

Queensland’s acting premier Jackie Trad said only one home was lost to the blaze thanks to the hard work of Queensland firefighters.

“Last night’s herculean efforts resulted in nothing short of a miracle,” Ms Trad told reporters on Tuesday.

Ms Trad said one home was destroyed in the Peregian area, south of Noosa, with a second suffering significant damage. Up to 10 homes may have suffered varying degrees of damage, according to acting Sunshine Coast mayor Tim Dwyer.

Fire damage at a home in David Low Way, Peregian Beach. Picture: Lachie Millard

Another home was also damaged at Plover St, Peregian Beach. Picture: Lachie Millard

Up to 10 properties may have been damaged. Picture: Lachie Millard

The fire emerged on Monday night. Picture: Lachie Millard

More damage at David Low Way, Peregian Beach. Picture: Lachie Millard

The fire is still burning and just before 10am it was moving in a northerly direction, from Peregian Beach and Peregian Breeze Estate towards Marcus Beach and Weyba. Residents in those areas have been ordered to leave.

Firefighters at David Low Way, Peregian Beach. Picture: Lachie Millard

The bushfire burning at Peregian Spring on Monday.

The battle against the out-of-control bushfire at Peregian Beach continues today. Picture: Lachie Millard

Three Queensland teenagers are being interviewed by police after allegedly boasting on the internet that they lit the fire.

Water bombers are assisting firefighting efforts. Picture: Lachie Millard

Energex crews have been working to retain power at Peregian Beach. Picture: Lachie Millard

Crews work to keep the power on. Picture: Lachie Millard

Fire damage at Peregian Beach. Picture: Lachie Millard

J.J Kelly, 3, from Caloundra hands out a bottle of water to Sgt Phillip Stevens on duty at the Peregian fires.

Originally published as Photos capture devastation of Peregian Beach fires in Queensland