Australia: Indian national found dead in floodwaters in Queensland
PTC News Desk: In a tragic, horrific and distressing incident, an Indian national in Australia was found dead in the floodwaters near Mount Isa in Queensland amid inclement weather in the region.
The Indian mission expressed condolence to the kin of the deceased and said that it is in touch with them for all necessary assistance.
Taking to X handle (former Twitter), the Indian High Commission wrote, “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."
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.@MEAIndia @DrSJaishankar — India in Australia (@HCICanberra) February 16, 2024
Meanwhile, the situation in Queensland remains tense amid severe alerts for rain and thunderstorms.
In an official statement, Queensland police said, "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."
Queensland police said that the matter is being investigated and urged people to come up with any information that can assist in 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 added.
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