Opal fields that are low lying on the edge of the floodplain like Kittyhawk, Wedgetail and Nightlife in all likelihood will be subject to floodwaters.

There are some precautionary measures claim holders may be wise to take now.

Remove all underground equipment to higher ground; make sure your shaft collars and bund walls are adequate and move above- ground equipment like blowers and trucks to high ground.

Apparently similar floods in the past have caused flooded claims to subside burying underground equipment. The message is it is better to be safe than sorry. It will be easier and less expensive to move your gear out rather than risk losing it.

Once the floods have receded make sure you keep in mind that your claim, if low lying, may be subject to an inrush of water.

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