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Inclement climate claimed the lifetime of an Indian nationwide in Queensland, Australia. His physique was discovered within the floodwaters close to Mount Isa, the Indian Excessive Fee in Canberra posted on X Friday.
“Heart breaking tragedy”, the Indian mission stated, expressing condolence. The Indian mission in Canberra is in contact with the household of the deceased to render needed help.
“Heart breaking tragedy in Australia: an Indian national lost her life in a flooding incident near Mount Isa, Queensland. Deepest condolence to the family of the deceased. Mission team is in touch for all necessary assistance,” the Indian Excessive Fee posted on X, previously Twitter.
Queensland on Edge
The state of affairs in Queensland stays precarious amid alerts for extreme rain and thunderstorms.
“Severe Thunderstorm warning for people in parts of Sunshine Coast Council Area. The BOM warns that a severe thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected near Maroochydore and waters off Maroochydore,” the Queensland police stated in a press release.
In one other incident, the police knowledgeable {that a} lady was discovered useless in her automotive which was discovered submerged in floodwaters close to Mount Isa.
Queensland police stated that the matter is being investigated and urged individuals to give you any info that may help within the investigation.
“Due to recent weather events, flooding is continuing to impact extensive road networks across the Mount Isa district. Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution, and to never enter flood waters,” the police acknowledged.