Flooding in australia.

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I live in MN, one of the northern most states in the USA and the origin of the Mississippi river, which runs all the way down to the gulf. Almost every year there is flooding all along the river in the spring, starting from the melting snow in MN. Almost every year. And those flooded look for insurance and bailouts to take care of them. And they continue to live there!!

I believe anybody that lives anywhere with a history of flooding should do so at their own risk.

Some industry is necessary along the river, but residence is just stupid.

Good luck aussies, and congratulations on being a heartier and smarter lot than the spoiled americans.