MOSCOW, Oct 23 (Bernama-Sputnik/RIA Novosti) -- The Australian state of Queensland closed schools in the vicinity of Brisbane amid large-scale floods caused by heavy rainfall, the Queensland Department of Education said on Friday, Sputnik/RIA Novosti reported.
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Queensland closed schools near Brisbane due to flooding from heavy rain, prioritizing safety.
- Eight schools north of Brisbane closed due to adverse weather.
- The education department considers weather and road conditions before deciding school closures.
- Heavy rain caused flash floods, with over 160mm of rain in three hours.
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