Flood Devastation in Central Australia

0:00On February 26th, here's the latest out of Adelaide. Heavy rains from a slow-moving tropical low have hammered central Australia and the Barclay region, dumping more than 500 millimeters on. Cattle stations since last week. Northern Territory and federal governments have now activated disaster assistance for flood hit communities, with months of cleanup ahead for properties. One hard-hit spot, Elkage Station, saw over 600 millimeters of rain. Owner Amber Driver just got back yesterday to survey the mess, calling it an unprecedented event that wrecked the house and swept away nearly. Everything except the few photos and items. Primary producers can claim freight subsidies covering up to 50% of costs, kept at $5,000 while nonprofits qualify for. Grants up to $10,000 for repairs. Roads around the station, 210 kilometers southeast of Tenning Creek, took a beating with local council estimating 85% of. Regional roads damaged.

1:01The Anti-Catomans Association describes the destruction as heartbreaking and wants broader subsidies plus better flood prep, including a new weather. Radar at Tenning Creek. Officials say the radar has been bought, but held up by side issues, with operations expected in 12 to 18 months. Meanwhile, the tropical low could swing back toward the Northern Territory southeast of Alice Springs. In related news, police recovered the body of a man missing from Willowar Community after he was last seen swimming in the Land of River, weather. Delayed the search, and a coroner's report is coming, appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. What is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound? S-O-L-I-SoliPillo.com