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Cyclone Alfred Forecast to Strike Southeast Queensland for First Time in Decades

Queensland authorities urge residents to prepare as Cyclone Alfred approaches, threatening heavy rain, damaging winds, and flooding later this week.

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Overview

  • Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to make landfall between K'gari and the Gold Coast on Thursday or Friday as a category one or two system.
  • If it strikes as forecast, it will be the first cyclone to directly hit southeast Queensland since 1974.
  • Queensland Premier David Crisafulli and emergency services have urged residents in low-lying and coastal areas to evacuate or prepare for severe weather conditions, including storm surges and flooding.
  • Authorities recommend securing properties, creating emergency kits, and ensuring vehicles are fueled and ready for potential evacuations.
  • Shipping operations, ferry services, and schools in affected areas may be disrupted, with waves reaching up to 15 meters already causing coastal erosion.