Southern Queensland’s weather emergency has claimed two more lives, including an SES volunteer at Ipswich. It comes as a severe thunderstormwarning is issued for parts of the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay this morning, and with large downpours forecast again for today and flood warnings in place
The Courier Mail calls it an emergency, but keeps the information behind a paywall.
And no point getting info from the ABC. They are hopeless.
The Australian attempting, I think, trying to attract readers.
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Wivenhoe just hit 95%. It’s rising at about 1% per hour. Flood compartments already filling. Prepare for larger dam releases. #qldfloods
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I had a look at the rain radar for Brisbane and it’s still pouring down, it will be at 130% soon. Why didn’t they open the flood gates earlier, last time they delayed, Brisbane flooded.
Tomorrow’s newspapers will have a photo of Kevin walking around carrying an empty suitcase from someone’s flooded property.
Why didn’t they open the flood gates earlier, last time they delayed, Brisbane flooded.
They’re off with the fairies and chewing on fly agaric. 2011 wivenhoe was essentially empty and the rain stopped the day/day after they opened the gates. This time the dam was at ~80%(?) and its still raining.
What’s the problem with Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, his sending of armored columns to overpower the country’s meager defenses while cruise missiles, attack helicopters, and warplanes tear its cities and bases to shreds?
According to the lantern-jawed John Kerry, the real problem is that it will distract us from focusing on climate change.
Your comments in the previous thread re NDIS, phlebotomy, consent and so on are educative. Reading some commenters first person experiences in certain areas, adds to the learning process. More reasons to visit the blog.
johanna shared her experience, too.
When I have to go to a pathology centre for my blood tests, I sit in the chair and watch the process carefully to make sure the swab sachet is torn open in my presence, same with the disposable needle, new gloves pulled on, all vials correctly labelled.
There was one occasion when the lab technician (is phlebotomist the correct term for everyone who draws the blood?) must have been a trainee and there was a supervisor there, as well. She was quite nervous so I chatted with her. I spoke loud enough for the supervisor to hear and told her that it was generally hard to find my veins, others have had problems too. That gave her the confidence to continue and get it done.
On Thursday’s broadcast of “CBS Evening News,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken responded to a question on whether the United States will cut off purchases of oil and gas from Russia over its invasion of Ukraine by stating that we’re trying to ensure “that we inflict maximum pain on Russia” while at the same time, “minimizing any of the pain to us.”
is phlebotomist the correct term for everyone who draws the blood?
Pretty much, the technique is phlebotomy so it doesn’t matter if one is a scientific officer or a Tech officer or a TA. Same rules for everyone. It’s a one shot deal.
On the training, afyer initial traing a novice has to be supervised for 30 jabs before getting the all clear to get stabbing on their own.
FLOOD RELEASES FROM WIVENHOE DAM – UPDATED 5:50PM 26/2
CRITICAL SEVERITY
Affected Locations:
Wivenhoe
Last Updated: Saturday, February 26, 2022 – 17:56
WIVENHOE DAM:
Seqwater advises flood releases from Wivenhoe Dam will recommence overnight.
The timing of releases from Wivenhoe Dam will depend on actual rainfall and inflows into the dam.
Gated releases from Wivenhoe Dam commenced temporarily at 10pm on Friday 25/2 at a low rate and then ceased at 11pm.
Seqwater is working closely with the Bureau of Meteorology to assess the evolving situation and need for flood releases, based on modelling and in accordance with its flood manuals…
As lay people we use other terms when we have to refer to the person who drew the blood for our tests. I had to look up the meaning of the word phlebotomy when I read it in your previous comment. As for the spelling …… 🙂
Romania’s most famous football team owner announced that he would not allow COVID-vaccinated players on his team. Saying vaccinated players are “powerless,” businessman and politician Gigi Becali told the press “people who are vaccinated against the virus die in hospitals, as opposed to those who have refused the jabs.” Players are fainting, and they are losing their strength, Becali said.
War correspondents in this conflict seem to be play acting with vests and helmets miles from any actual action.
One bloke on some European channel actually admitted he had fled to a country retreat to avoid the danger of the battle for Kiev. He was still wearing his vest and helmet.
Another chick was reporting from hiding in her hotel room, saying she had heard a series of explosions but had no idea. Apparently even looking out the window is too dangerous for your modern journalist.
This could be the first war ever where no war correspondents are harmed.
Summer’s on the run…
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No idea if it is summer. There ain’t no sun her for a week to come and in all the week that’s gone.
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A couple of thunder claps and a few drops of precipitation in Perth tonight; back to warm weather tomorrow.
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No missing people found here. Just a jovial day pulling dumped cars out of the water.
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We found 5 more vehicles underwater in Fort Worth here on the 3rd day while training other search teams how to use sonar and recovery sunken cars.
Day 3 – FOUND 5 VEHICLES UNDERWATER (Fort Worth Underwater Sonar Training)
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Getting a bit wet up there, mh?
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Anyway, back to regular programming.
Covid. Fella at merogenomics sez that once you take a clot shot it is “practically impossible” to clear the spike from your system.
PS. Love you too, Black Ball 🍻
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And just like that Dow up 800+pts Russia take Ukrain ,back to normal programming….wahaaaaa climate wahaaaaa covid.
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It was never about war, it was all about sanctions. We good to go now.
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Pretty much everyone I bump into these days
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Yes, Ragu.
The Courier Mail calls it an emergency, but keeps the information behind a paywall.
And no point getting info from the ABC. They are hopeless.
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I gather everyone is panic buying, again.
Looks like no lessons learned from last time as they’ve only just started to release universal solvent from Wivenhoe.
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The ABC (errors included)
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They have unpaywalled the road closures
https://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/full-list-of-road-closures-due-to-flooding-across-southeast-queensland/news-story/0d7bb54f9d170ce85a41e294f125fce1
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The Australian attempting, I think, trying to attract readers.
‘Australia’s transition towards renewable energy and a greener economy is the greatest challenge — and the greatest opportunity — of our time. We are proud to celebrate the Australians who are leading the way with innovative ideas, new technology and bold vision.’
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Oh noes, where’s the next pandemic gonna come from now?
Already reports they are targetted/destroyed/captured.
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2 harmies. LOL
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Some memes.
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Fog Of War ReeEEeE Stream 02-25-22
Salty Cracker
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Wivenhoe over 100%
https://www.seqwater.com.au/dams/wivenhoe
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When are they going to blow rhe top off it? 110%?
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Salty: “Google diversity hire kombucha enema experts” keeping the Left information-ringfenced on social meeja platforms.
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Live Reee stream on Rumble
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What’s going on Ukraine? All the Max Peakers are blowing out hard at Boomervaxally and I can’t be plooked wading through the Chinese whispers
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If you don’t wish to be trawling social media, this bloke will do it for you.
Agenda-Free TV.
Russia Attacks Ukraine – LIVE BREAKING NEWS COVERAGE (Putin Declares War)
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Thanks, Steve
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Ragu says:
February 26, 2022 at 12:25 pm
When are they going to blow rhe top off it? 110%?
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I had a look at the rain radar for Brisbane and it’s still pouring down, it will be at 130% soon. Why didn’t they open the flood gates earlier, last time they delayed, Brisbane flooded.
Tomorrow’s newspapers will have a photo of Kevin walking around carrying an empty suitcase from someone’s flooded property.
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Un
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Trois
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Paul Joseph Watson
World War Woke
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They’re off with the fairies and chewing on fly agaric. 2011 wivenhoe was essentially empty and the rain stopped the day/day after they opened the gates. This time the dam was at ~80%(?) and its still raining.
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Beyond Satire:
Kerry Worried Russia’s Ukraine Invasion Will Distract the World from Climate Change
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Salty: EU signs new Gas deal with Russia after they invade Ukraine.
Follow-the-money
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Is there a shortage in supply of screenwipes?
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Salty: No one knows, if they say they do, they’re lying.
Did Russia Surgically Strike 8 Secret US Run Bio Labs In Ukraine?
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Shy Ted, Ragu,
Your comments in the previous thread re NDIS, phlebotomy, consent and so on are educative. Reading some commenters first person experiences in certain areas, adds to the learning process. More reasons to visit the blog.
johanna shared her experience, too.
When I have to go to a pathology centre for my blood tests, I sit in the chair and watch the process carefully to make sure the swab sachet is torn open in my presence, same with the disposable needle, new gloves pulled on, all vials correctly labelled.
There was one occasion when the lab technician (is phlebotomist the correct term for everyone who draws the blood?) must have been a trainee and there was a supervisor there, as well. She was quite nervous so I chatted with her. I spoke loud enough for the supervisor to hear and told her that it was generally hard to find my veins, others have had problems too. That gave her the confidence to continue and get it done.
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They love you. Until they don’t.
Libs of Tik Tok
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The US – Let’s Go Brandon – government is going to take tough measures against Russia if it doesn’t withdraw from Ukraine. It will impose sanctions.
Except
Blinken:
We’re Not Halting Gas and Oil Purchases from Russia Because We’re Trying to Minimize ‘Pain to Us’
Putin must be terrified of Brandon.
(Twitter has kindly marked it potentially sensitive content.)
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There aren’t the numbers for this plan to get through. But if it did, it would be a fantastic outcome.
“Liberal & Labor politicians are terrified of this message!”
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It’s
Caturday.
Yes,
It is.
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Wivenhoe now at 120% capacity.
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Of ragged mountain ranges,
Of droughts and flooding rains.
When nature sends the flooding rains, there should have been a plan in place to save for the droughts.
We elect politicians not leaders.
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Pretty much, the technique is phlebotomy so it doesn’t matter if one is a scientific officer or a Tech officer or a TA. Same rules for everyone. It’s a one shot deal.
On the training, afyer initial traing a novice has to be supervised for 30 jabs before getting the all clear to get stabbing on their own.
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Testing
FLOOD RELEASES FROM WIVENHOE DAM – UPDATED 5:50PM 26/2
CRITICAL SEVERITY
Affected Locations:
Wivenhoe
Last Updated: Saturday, February 26, 2022 – 17:56
WIVENHOE DAM:
Seqwater advises flood releases from Wivenhoe Dam will recommence overnight.
The timing of releases from Wivenhoe Dam will depend on actual rainfall and inflows into the dam.
Gated releases from Wivenhoe Dam commenced temporarily at 10pm on Friday 25/2 at a low rate and then ceased at 11pm.
Seqwater is working closely with the Bureau of Meteorology to assess the evolving situation and need for flood releases, based on modelling and in accordance with its flood manuals…
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Thanks, Ragu.
As lay people we use other terms when we have to refer to the person who drew the blood for our tests. I had to look up the meaning of the word phlebotomy when I read it in your previous comment. As for the spelling …… 🙂
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Anyway. I’m done with the health scene, I might try and enrol in that blockchain course at RMIT.
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Vampires
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Romania’s Football Team Bans VACCINATED Players
There have been denials about this. According to the club, Becali was only joking.
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War correspondents in this conflict seem to be play acting with vests and helmets miles from any actual action.
One bloke on some European channel actually admitted he had fled to a country retreat to avoid the danger of the battle for Kiev. He was still wearing his vest and helmet.
Another chick was reporting from hiding in her hotel room, saying she had heard a series of explosions but had no idea. Apparently even looking out the window is too dangerous for your modern journalist.
This could be the first war ever where no war correspondents are harmed.
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There may be some real journos out there prepared to risk life and limb to report on the war.
Was watching a site (linked above) that mentioned some breakdown in internet systems. If true, it could affect the reporting.
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From the Cossack:
Protestors clash at the Russian Consulate in Sydney over the war in Ukraine!
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Sirens going off in Kiev.
LIVE: Blick auf Kiew | DW Nachrichten
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All quiet again.
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