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The Chinese Consulate General in Brisbane confirmed on Saturday that the two foreign tourists who died in recent flooding in Queensland, Australia, were Chinese citizens, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

Queensland Police Service said on March 11 that two foreign tourists - a 26-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman - had set out by car from Brisbane toward the North Burnett Region but failed to reach their destination due to persistent heavy rainfall and widespread flooding.

Local police launched an emergency search and rescue operation on the morning of March 11, deploying helicopters and other rescue resources. Later that afternoon, rescuers located the vehicle carrying the two tourists near the town of Kilkivan, about 175 kilometers from Brisbane. Police confirmed on March 12 that two bodies were found in the vehicle.

The Chinese Consulate-General in Brisbane recently issued a notice reminding Chinese citizens to stay alert to flood risks, closely follow weather forecasts and disaster warnings issued by meteorological authorities, make preparations in advance, reduce unnecessary travel, and reasonably stock emergency supplies such as food, drinking water and medicine.

The consulate added that if travel is necessary, Chinese citizens should closely monitor road conditions and inform family and friends to ensure smooth communication. Those planning to travel to flood-alert areas in Queensland are advised to reasonably plan their itineraries and avoid disaster-affected areas. In case of emergency, they should promptly call the police and contact the Chinese Consulate-General in Brisbane for assistance.

Global Times