We just got a skype message from our friends (who our daughter is living with) that they have evacuation orders pending. If I remember correctly they are 18 feet above the river.
Last week the flood area covered an area larger than the state of Texas.
I feel helpless here but will be traveling at the end of the month for what is likely an extended stay in order to help clean up at their house and my employers business.
Australia is probably one of our best allies in the world. If you feel the inclination you could make a donation (at the paper's site) or maybe even fly over to help. Prayers are always good too.
YIKES! Prayers up!
Lots of global warming they got down there.
Absolutely nothing from the White House as far as I can tell.
Some incredible videos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Do0LvsdXIU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt-FT-skins
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O855EnGpdpk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSlLibxCOwg
WOW .. I saw a tiny thing on the news ..
Many prayers for your daughter and friends..
Best wishes and prayers for your daughter’s safety!
Brisbane has sure changed since I was there — can see that on GoogleEarth. But the river winds through downtown just like before. If the dam holds then damage to Brisbane itself should be very limited. If not...