Very funny. I'll just assume that you're a townie. That being the case, I've probably done more to alleviate local flooding today than you've done in your entire life.
I obviously feel very sorry for the families of anyone who's died as a result of the storms, but there has been plenty of warning and advice given. If people take unnecessary risks, there's always the chance of tragedy.
Today, I've been busy making sure that drainage gullies are clear and that my absent neighbour's livestock is safe on high ground. Once that was done, it's time to get indoors, keep warm and hope for a break in the weather.
We get at least one bout of heavy flooding every year round here. Some years really bad, some not so. We take action throughout the ýear to make sure impact is minimised, and hope we've done enough.
Rural living can be tough, but we respect and learn to live with the weather. Nature rules. We're just visitors.
