Unfortunately it happens all to often with major flooding occurring around the World all the time. It is very difficult to prevent or stop flood waters from damaging property or drowning people. However, rescuers do have some techniques they can use to help protect properties and rescue stranded people or stock.
Storm damage can be very costly.
Around the World, rescuers respond to damaged houses and buildings providing temporary repairs or making the site safe. Storm and flood damage costs the insurance companies of the World millions each year. Some information about the response and recovery from the devastating floods in Wollongong. Steve Cliffe from Wollongong City SES describes some of the problems and issues. The Thuringowa Floods Post Disaster Survey is a report prepared by David King for the Department of Emergency Services - Bureau of Meteorology, Emergency Management Australia.