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Cyrus, 27, who rose to fame with global hits
like 'Party in the USA' and 'Wrecking Ball', was set to be the
headline act for a concert on March 13 in Australia's
second-largest city, Melbourne, which the organizers have now
called off.
All proceeds from the show were to go to Australian charities
aiding relief efforts following a devastating bushfire season
which destroyed nearly 12 million hectares (30 million acres) of
bushland, killing 33 people and an estimated one billion native
animals.
"I am so disappointed to not be there, but I have to do what is
right to protect the health and safety of my band and crew,"
Cyrus said in a message on Twitter.
Australia has reported 100 confirmed cases of COVID-19, the
disease caused by the virus, with three deaths.
Cyrus said she was following the recommendations of local,
state, federal and international government authorities.
"I will still be making a donation to help the victims of the
Australian bush fire," she said, without saying how much she
would donate.
World Tour, which organized the concert, said all fans will
receive a full refund but encouraged donations to support WWF
Australia's wildlife and nature recovery fund and the Foundation
for Rural and Regional Renewal.
While Cyrus canceled her trip, World Tour said it was going
ahead with a concert on March 14 in Melbourne with British pop
star Robbie Williams.
"Robbie is already on his way to Australia," World Tour said on
the ticket web site.
(Reporting by Sonali Paul; Editing by Kenneth Maxwell)
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