Deceased
Fan Yang
Demographics
29y, male
Coroner
Coroner Audrey Jamieson
Date of death
2023-12-27
Finding date
2026-03-12
Cause of death
Drowning in the setting of flash flooding
AI-generated summary
Fan Yang, 29, drowned during unprecedented flash flooding at Buchan Caves Reserve on 26 December 2023 while exiting with his partner after a cave tour. Over 60mm rain fell in 30 minutes, causing rapid water rise. The couple drove through floodwaters and their vehicle became submerged. Parks Victoria staff lacked specific training and procedures for severe flash flooding of this magnitude, though they responded appropriately once the emergency was identified. The coroner found no adverse findings against staff given the unprecedented nature and noted Parks Victoria subsequently implemented comprehensive improvements including updated emergency plans, staff training, communication infrastructure, warning signage, and staffing protocols. The death highlights dangers of driving through floodwaters but was not preventable given the exceptional circumstances.
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