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Pop star Justin Bieber has sent his prayers to the people of Queensland, Australia, affected by devastating flooding.

Writing on his Twitter page, Justin said: ‘Just heard about the floods in Australia. To all the people out there I send you my prayers.’

Nine people are dead and 59 are missing after an inland tsunami hit the city of Toowoomba on Monday.

Brisbane is expected to suffer its worst floods in 37 years in the next 24 hours.

Cricketer Shane Warne, actor Russell Crowe and Dannii Minogue have all taken to Twitter to express support for the victims and to urge others to donate money to help their recovery.

Justin toured Australia in May last year.

He is expected back Down Under in April as part of his 2011 world tour.