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Firie recalls the terrifying moment he almost photographed a tragedy
The young couple was the last to make it across. As water raged at their feet, they crossed Grantham’s rail bridge as the devastating flood rushed through Lockyer Valley town.
The couple’s bid to reach safety was photographed by Grantham rural fire brigade officer Geoff Purton at 4.13pm on January 10, 2011.
A young Toowoomba couple desperately cross the Grantham rail line as floodwaters rise on January 10, 2011.Credit:Geoff Purton
Up to 20 cars were jammed under this Grantham rail bridge 10 years ago. This show how high 2011’s floodwater rose.Credit:Tony Moore
The previous night, he had stayed up until 1.30am with his wife Marieanne, known as “Ma”, watching the water rise and seemingly…
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