Overview
- Gale-force winds and torrential rain hit the Northern Territory capital, with gusts near 110 km/h and widespread damage to trees, roofs and power lines.
- Authorities reported power outages across parts of Darwin and urged residents to shelter at home and follow safety instructions.
- The Royal Darwin Hospital suffered a partial roof collapse that disrupted operating theatres and intensive care services, according to ABC News.
- Rain totals reached about 170 mm at Darwin Airport in 24 hours, with even higher amounts recorded at nearby Middle Point at roughly 430 mm.
- The cyclone is moving toward the Timor Sea and Western Australia’s Kimberley region, with the Bureau of Meteorology expecting gradual weakening in the coming days, though some forecasts suggest possible short-term strengthening.