Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to make landfall as a category two system, bringing with it the risk of damaging winds, heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and coastal inundation. Authorities are urging residents in southeast Queensland to prepare for the cyclone's impact and to heed all warnings.
Hundreds of thousands of residents in southeast Queensland are being warned to prepare for the potential impacts of Tropical Cyclone Alfred , which is forecast to make landfall as a category two system on Thursday. While the exact timing and location of the cyclone's crossing are uncertain, authorities are urging residents to take heed of warnings and prepare for damaging winds, high tides, heavy rainfall, and flash flooding.
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating that a significant portion of the state's coast is expected to be affected. He urged Queenslanders in the path of the cyclone to closely monitor weather updates and take necessary precautions. The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) predicts that Cyclone Alfred will initially weaken to a category 1, bringing heavy wind and rainfall to areas including Toowoomba and Brisbane, before intensifying to a category 2 as it approaches the coast mid-week. The BoM anticipates the cyclone's impact to extend from St George to Gladstone and parts of northeast New South Wales, including Byron Bay, Grafton, and Coffs Harbour.On Wednesday, Cyclone Alfred is expected to generate destructive winds and torrential rain, potentially leading to life-threatening flash flooding and coastal inundation. The most severe weather conditions are projected to peak on Thursday and Friday. Premier Crisafulli urged residents in southeast Queensland to take proactive measures, such as stockpiling essential supplies and securing their properties. He highlighted the historical occurrence of cyclones impacting the southern part of the state, emphasizing the need for preparedness. Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner echoed the call for action, advising residents to clean up their yards, trim tree branches, and secure loose items. He stressed the uncommon, yet real, threat of a significant cyclone hitting southeast Queensland. Residents are being instructed to remain vigilant and follow all warnings, including evacuation orders.
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