Finding a car perched atop a fence after a flood is an unusual sight, but for Wellington resident David Fraser, it was a surreal and bizarre experience. The blue station wagon, seemingly defying gravity, was discovered on the corner of Emerson Street in Berhampore, balanced precariously on a 1.2-meter-high corrugated iron fence. This peculiar scene was a result of the flash flooding that hit the area on Monday morning, with the waterline on a nearby property reaching a depth of 2 meters.
Fraser and his wife witnessed the cars bobbing down the street around 4 am, but it was the sight of their car on the fence that left them dumbstruck. The car had floated out of its carport and into the road, and after the water cleared, neighbors guided them to its new location. Fraser describes the scene as a surreal artwork, with another car almost underneath theirs, suggesting a possible explanation for its unique placement. He commends the craftsmanship of the fence, which has miraculously held firm.
Despite the lower level of his house being flooded, Fraser acknowledges that it could have been worse. He mentions that his neighbor's house suffered more extensive damage, with water reaching 1.2 meters up the walls and mud and debris everywhere. The neighbor had to quickly evacuate, and Fraser believes they were fortunate to escape without any harm to the family.
This incident highlights the unpredictable and often surreal consequences of natural disasters. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and ingenuity of those affected, as well as the importance of preparedness and understanding one's surroundings in the face of such events. The story also underscores the human element in these disasters, where neighbors come together to help each other, and the community spirit shines through in challenging times.
