December 14th 2024.
A couple from Gold Coast, Tony and Lisa Foggs, recently had a terrifying experience in northern Australia while on their way to Kowanyama. The journey was meant to be a new start for them, as they planned to live and work there for a year. However, their plans were disrupted when they reached a river crossing at Clarks Creek.
As they were crossing, a sudden and powerful flood swept them away, leaving them stranded in "crocodile country." The couple and their dogs were stuck in their car, which was slowly sinking into the croc-infested waters. With only a small opening left, Lisa managed to open the passenger window and they swam to safety. But their relief was short-lived as they found themselves stranded in the scorching heat with no food or shelter.
With quick thinking and resourcefulness, Tony managed to fashion a tent out of a nearby tree using three old cans he found - a coke can and an old XXXX Gold can with the tops cut off. They also had to rely on creek water for drinking, as it was their only source of water for the next three days.
Their situation was made worse by the intense heat, insect bites, and the constant threat of a nearby crocodile. Tony even had to make a makeshift weapon to defend themselves from the potential attack of the croc. It was a terrifying ordeal for the couple, but they never lost hope of being rescued.
Luckily, their friends reported them missing and rescue crews were able to locate them in the rugged outback. Lisa described the moment of their rescue as a mix of relief and fear, as they had been worried that no one would come to their aid.
Although they were found safe and sound, the couple had to face the daunting task of starting from scratch again. They lost everything in the flood, their belongings, and their plans for the future. But they are grateful to have made it out alive and are determined to rebuild their lives.
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