An Australian television reporter recounted his experience rescuing a man from a sinking vehicle during severe flooding north of Brisbane, Queensland, on Thursday. Will Murray, a journalist with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, was covering the flood event when a driver attempted to cross floodwaters in a four-wheel drive that soon stalled and began to submerge.

Describing the incident as "terrifying," Murray said the prospect of witnessing someone drown was harrowing and explained why some people might freeze in such situations. Alongside a bystander, Daniel Hainey, Murray swam to the vehicle and pulled the driver to safety just moments before the car was fully submerged.

Although Murray did not obtain the driver’s name or contact details, he expressed hope that the man was doing well. After the rescue, the two men shared an emotional embrace, which Murray described as one of the best moments of his life and a profound relief.

The flooding, caused by heavy rainfall exceeding 200 millimeters (7.9 inches), led to numerous emergency calls across southeast Queensland on Thursday and the following day. Authorities reported that the rains triggered flash floods severe enough to close roads and schools in the region, prompting widespread response efforts.

Emergency services were inundated with distress calls as many areas experienced rapid rises in water levels, placing residents at considerable risk. The rescue underscores the dangers posed by flash flooding and the essential role of prompt response and community assistance during such natural disasters.