IF you were affected by floods in February and March this year, researchers want to hear your story.
They’re saying stories from Beenleigh and Logan are vital to their work.
Queensland University of Technology’s Professor Kim Johnston and Dr Anne Lane will be in Beenleigh and Logan all this week and want to hear from residents who were flooded or cut off by floodwaters.
This “critical” research is conducted by Natural Hazards Research Australia in partnership with the Queensland University of Technology, the University of Southern Queensland and Macquarie University.
“Our aim is to hear directly from anyone who was threatened by rising floodwaters or inundated by the floods in Beenleigh, Logan and surrounding areas,” Prof Johnston said.
“There are several ways you can take part and share your flood story. We can meet with you in person for a research interview … in Beenleigh, Logan and surrounding areas or you can request an interview via online video or over the phone. We will also be distributing a survey online in October.
“By hearing about your unique experience in Beenleigh and Logan, the research can gather vital insights on preparedness and response and reduce future flood risk.”
Prof Johnston said every story was important.
“You may have had to evacuate quickly due to rising floodwaters, or perhaps you were cut off by floodwaters and isolated for a period of time. We want to hear about a wide range of experiences,” he said.
As well as Beenleigh and Logan, this research is being undertaken in other flooded areas across Queensland and New South Wales. The results of the research will be used to inform strategies to improve flood safety across Australia.
This independent research is funded by Natural Hazards Research Australia and supported by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services and the NSW State Emergency Service.
Register for participation at naturalhazards.com.au/floods2022.
Interviews will take 45-60 minutes to complete.
