On the red dirt roads of the outback, something as simple as a flat tyre or getting bogged can quickly become a life-or-death situation. Would you know what to do?
On the red dirt roads of outback Queensland in summer, something as simple as a flat tyre can quickly become a life-or-death situation.
Senior Sergeant Jones says in this "extremely high-risk" environment being prepared is the best way to stay safe. A water supply to last multiple days, non-perishable food, spare tyres, first aid kit, and a back-up plan in case things go awry are crucial elements to consider, according to Charleville patrol officer Damien Stewart.
"If you're in that precarious situation, stay with your vehicle, it's a lot easier to find a car than it is to find one person wandering in the bush," he says.Courtney Twiname and her family have encountered many underprepared drivers during their "big lap of Australia". "Even with the best phone coverage service provider out here, there's still a lot of black spots in all directions," he says.
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