Post by L Roebuck on Nov 17, 2008 7:51:23 GMT -5
Man killed in drain 'known to cavers'
9News
A man swept to his death in a Brisbane stormwater drain overnight was known to local "cavers" who explore urban underground networks, ninemsn has learnt.
But the man who died wasn't a member of "Cave Clan" — a nationwide network of experienced explorers — and a spokesman for the group says his lack of experience may have cost him his life.
"Apparently some Brisbane members were aware of him exploring in the area," ‘Wizard’ said.
"Inexperienced photographers and explorers should never enter storm water drains, especially in unpredictable weather conditions."
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9News
A man swept to his death in a Brisbane stormwater drain overnight was known to local "cavers" who explore urban underground networks, ninemsn has learnt.
But the man who died wasn't a member of "Cave Clan" — a nationwide network of experienced explorers — and a spokesman for the group says his lack of experience may have cost him his life.
"Apparently some Brisbane members were aware of him exploring in the area," ‘Wizard’ said.
"Inexperienced photographers and explorers should never enter storm water drains, especially in unpredictable weather conditions."
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