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A dramatic rescue unfolded near Broken Hill as a truck driver was airlifted to safety from his submerged vehicle amidst rising floodwaters.
Torrential rain has swept across outback New South Wales, leading to the closure of major highways connecting Queensland and South Australia.
The rescue helicopter was dispatched to the isolated town of Yunta, positioned near Broken Hill, to execute the daring save.
In a tense moment, a crew member was lowered onto the truck’s cabin, where the driver was precariously positioned. With precision, the rescuer secured the driver with a harness.
Together, they were hoisted to safety, bringing relief to a potentially perilous situation.
The rescue happened yesterday afternoon on the South Australian border.
Roads have been closed across almost half of NSW, although for many it’s not a curse but a blessing.
Orroroo Mayor Grant Chapman said the rain was “magic”, with more than two thirds of the annual rain falling.