The South Australian government is sending a State Emergency Service crew to help rescue efforts in Queensland in addition to increasing its contribution from $300,000 to $1 million.

The State Emergency Service crew will be comprised of 20 volunteers plus one staff member. So far, eight people have been reported dead from the floods with 11 persons still missing.

Premier Mike Rann said in a statement today that the scale of the floods was "unimaginable. “ He said: "As the floods continue to worsen and more towns and lives are so badly affected, I have this morning contacted (Queensland Premier) Anna Bligh to reiterate our offer to assist in any way we can.”

"The SA volunteers have been selected for their expertise in dealing with flash flooding response," Rann added."The volunteers and staff will provide support in areas from Brisbane to Toowoomba, and will be undertaking various tasks to support the Queensland SES in managing the flood and its impact on the communities affected."