Floods
75% of Queensland has been declared a disaster zone. 10 dead, 90 missing so far.
For those of you unfamiliar with our geography, the disaster area is twice the size of Texas, or five times the size of the entire UK. And it's not just bush or outback; it includes our third largest city.
Donations (tax deductible for Australian taxpayers) can be made to the Premier's Disaster Relief Fund. Those wishing to support the relief and care of wild and domestic animals during this crisis can donate to the RSPCA Queensland, which has toll-free numbers for US and Canadian residents to call.
The ABC's page on ways to help is here and you can also watch live coverage of the crisis on ABC News 24, which has been un-geolocked for the time being.
The Twitter tag to follow is #qldfloods and the Queensland Police Media Unit are a good place for updates too: http://twitter.com/QPSmedia
Like many Australians I have dear friends and family affected by this. My Queensland peeps, I am thinking of you all.
For those of you unfamiliar with our geography, the disaster area is twice the size of Texas, or five times the size of the entire UK. And it's not just bush or outback; it includes our third largest city.
Donations (tax deductible for Australian taxpayers) can be made to the Premier's Disaster Relief Fund. Those wishing to support the relief and care of wild and domestic animals during this crisis can donate to the RSPCA Queensland, which has toll-free numbers for US and Canadian residents to call.
The ABC's page on ways to help is here and you can also watch live coverage of the crisis on ABC News 24, which has been un-geolocked for the time being.
The Twitter tag to follow is #qldfloods and the Queensland Police Media Unit are a good place for updates too: http://twitter.com/QPSmedia
Like many Australians I have dear friends and family affected by this. My Queensland peeps, I am thinking of you all.