Overview
- The Bureau of Meteorology reports sustained winds near the center around 140 km/h with gusts up to 195 km/h as the system tracks southwest through the southern Timor Sea.
- The cyclone made its closest pass to Darwin on Saturday evening, and its destructive core is now well off the northwest Top End coast.
- Tropical cyclone warnings remain in place from Wadeye to Cape Hotham, including Darwin, Dundee Beach and the Tiwi Islands, with a watch from Wadeye to Troughton Island, including Kalumburu.
- Forecasters warn of destructive winds, heavy rain, flash-flood risk and elevated tides that could cause minor coastal flooding in low-lying areas.
- Authorities urge residents to secure boats and property and prepare for potential power outages as emergency services stand by.