Floodwater Increases Across the Outback

Communities in outback Queensland face severe flooding, with major roads to Burketown, Normanton, and others cut off, leaving residents stranded. Over 54,000 livestock have been lost, and more than 70 homes were destroyed as ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji caused widespread destruction. Prime Minister Albanese announced disaster assistance, while the Bureau of Meteorology warned of potential cyclone reformation. Major flooding is anticipated along the Mackenzie and Georgina Rivers, impacting local populations and infrastructure.

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