Northern Australia Floods: 28-Year Wait for Recovery

0:00I'm Cory with the story, bringing you the latest from Adelaide News today. Catherine and Northern Australia just faced its second worst flood on record, with river levels nearly matching the deadly 1998, disaster that killed three people and submerged most of the town. Over the past week, heavy rains cut off residents, damaged homes, and required helicopter rescues, leaving the community now focused on cleanup after. 28 years since the last big one, long-time locals like Nolis Wheatman recall being trapped in their homes during the 1998 floods, surviving on scraps until help. Arrived, while others know how social media this time helped ease worries compared to back then. The emotional strain is huge, especially for survivors of past floods, as these events often trigger old traumas and disrupt family life, according to. Red Cross experts on the ground. Officials urge people to seek mental health support, stay connected with others, rebuild routines, and reach out to services, reminding everyone that recovery takes time, but is

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