Teenager falls to her death while trying to take photo at lookout

A 17-year-old girl fell 30-metres down the cliff at a lookout on Queen of Colonies Parade in Moffat Beach after reportedly jumping over a safety fence.

A teenager has fallen to her death on the Sunshine Coast after slipping off a cliff while trying to take a photo.

A 17-year-old girl fell 30-metres down a cliff at a lookout on Queen of Colonies Parade in Moffat Beach about 6.40pm (7.40pm AEDT) after reportedly jumping over a safety fence.

Despite the efforts of bystanders and paramedics, she died at the scene after suffering significant head injuries.

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Teenager falls to her death Sunshine Coast, Moffat Beach

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Another woman sustained minor injuries as she tried to help the teenager.

The rough terrain even caused firefighters to slip as they attempted to reach her.

Authorities warned visitors to stay clear of the fences when visiting lookouts.

"Especially this time of the year, but throughout the whole year, just please respect the barriers that are put in place," Ryan Dubyk from Queensland's Fire and Rescue said.

"Just stay back."

Teenager falls to her death Sunshine Coast, Moffat Beach

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