Police investigations are underway into the flood-related death of a 63-year-old woman at Ingham this morning, February 2.
At approximately 9.20am a State Emergency Service (SES) vessel was assisting members of the public through flood waters at Rutledge Street when it struck a tree and flipped.
The vessel was carrying six people, including SES volunteers and members of the public.
A nearby member of the public was able to immediately assist five persons safely into his vessel, none sustained serious injury.
A short time later the sixth passenger from the vessel, a 63-year-old woman, was located deceased nearby.
Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.
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