Tropical Cyclone Sean is upgraded to a category three system off the coast of Western Australia as it impacts residents in the state's far north.
In short:While it is not expected to reach the mainland, the Pilbara coast is experiencing heavy rain, flooding major highways and breaking rainfall records.Perth is also in the grips of an extreme heatwave, with the temperature in the city set to reach 42 degrees today.Share article
Residents from Barrow Island to Ningaloo and Exmouth are being urged to shelter indoors, as there is an immediate threat to lives and homes.TC Sean EarthWind map
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