Pampoolah Flood: Residents Furious Over Lack of Warnings as Homes Submerged

Pampoolah residents express outrage over lack of flood warnings as 'one-in-500-year' flood event devastates homes and forces evacuations. The small community of Pampoolah in New South Wales, Australia, is grappling with the aftermath of a major flood event described as a 'one-in-500-year' occurrence. Residents report losing everything, with homes submerged under water. James Larking, a Pampoolah resident, stated, "We've lost everything...but we're alive, we're safe, that's the main thing." However, the lack of timely official warnings is causing widespread anger. Kerri-Ann Gimbert, another resident, shared her experience of rescuing animals, saying, "They were all swimming in the paddock, nearly going under." The incident raises questions about the effectiveness of emergency notification systems in reaching remote communities during extreme weather events. Despite the devastation, the community spirit has shone through, with residents supporting each other during the recovery process.