In brief
During a Queensland flood, ABC reporter Will Murray saved a driver stranded in a sinking SUV. Witnessing the vehicle plunge into deep water, Murray and an on‑scene bystander dove in to rescue the man. Murray described the moment as a split‑second decision driven by urgency. The incident highlights the importance of rapid response during flood emergencies.
In a sudden surge of floodwater in Morayfield, Queensland, ABC journalist Will Murray witnessed a compact SUV plunge into deep standing water, threatening the driver below.
Without hesitation, Murray and a nearby bystander rushed toward the sinking vehicle, plunging into the floodwater to reach the trapped man.
‘Better that you jump in and give it a crack,’ Murray told BBC News, recounting how the decision came in a split second as the SUV vanished beneath the rising water.
The rescue illustrates how quick action from by‑standers can be lifesaving during unexpected flood situations, emphasizing the need for community preparedness.
Authorities in Queensland warn drivers to avoid floodwaters and to keep a safe distance from roads in flood‑prone areas.
