A massive clean-up was in full swing Monday as floodwaters receded across parts of Australia devastated by a cyclone.
The Insurance Council of Australia has estimated the damage bill could reach Aus$1 billion (US$770 million).- One of the worst hit areas was Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday islands, key drawcards for foreign tourists.
- Many of those who fled the area have begun heading back, with Morrow warning \"it won't be pleasant.\"
- The cyclone dumped more than a metre of rain on parts of Queensland and the huge volume of water is still slowly spilling down river systems.
- Authorities said the estimated peak had now been revised down, although major flood warnings still exist.
- Officials said it would be a long haul for towns such as Lismore and Murwillumbah that were inundated by floods.
- Military and emergency personnel continued to work to restore essential services such as water and electricity in affected towns.
- People braved mud-caked streets to begin clearing out homes and shops, with mountains of ruined possessions piled on pavements.
The Insurance Council of Australia has estimated the damage bill could reach Aus$1 billion (US$770 million).
A massive clean-up was in full swing Monday as floodwaters receded across parts of Australia devastated by a cyclone.
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