Torched car starts bushfire

Torched car starts bushfire

A fire is burning out of control in Koondoola bushland.

Firefighters have requested air support to tackle the blaze which was reported just after 12pm.

It is understood the fire started when a stolen car was set alight.

Police are now hunting the car thieves through surrounding streets.

The fire is burning in bushland bordered by Marangaroo Drive, Alexander Road and Beach Road.