1. List the material damage done in Toowoomba as a result of the flash flood.

2. Why did so many people die (at least 10 with 78 missing) on Tuesday?

3. How much rain fell in half an hour in Toowoomba?

4. How many people are being evacuated from the area?

5. Think about what types of damage/loss residents will face. List at least three areas where people could face huge financial loss.

6. Toowoomba council member Joe Ramia said "You were powerless to do a thing. While we can rebuild, you can't replace people." What do you think of Mr. Ramia's attitude toward the devastating flood?