One dead as Queensland flooding triggers multiple rescues
A 57-year-old has died in floodwaters west of Maryborough as Queensland's Fraser Coast battles ongoing flooding.
A man was found dead in Smothering Creek at Boompa, west of Maryborough, on Monday morning. Emergency services were called just after 11am.
Police declared him deceased on arrival. Police will prepare a report for the coroner; investigations into the cause of death continue.
Boompa Road recorded 148 millimetres of rain within 24 hours on Sunday. A moderate flood warning remains in place for the Mary River.
Showers and thunderstorms forecast for Monday afternoon could raise river levels further. The death comes after several swift-water rescues across Queensland since Thursday.
Six campers were pulled from stranded caravans at Leyburn. Two people were rescued from flooded cars in the Southern Downs early Monday.
- One 57-year-old man
- Death toll
- 148 millimetres at Boompa Road
- Rainfall in 24 hours
Why it mattersMultiple deaths and injuries during flooding highlight the serious risk posed by fast-rising water; residents in flood-prone areas should stay alert.
AustraliaQueensland residents face ongoing flood risks; the Mary River is expected to peak Monday, though forecasts have been downgraded from earlier predictions.
Corroborated bytheguardian.com·perthnow.com.au
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