Overview
- The Bureau of Meteorology reports Hayley as a Category 1 cyclone about 535 kilometres northwest of Broome and tracking south toward the Kimberley.
- Guidance points to strengthening to Category 2 by Monday, with coastal impacts possible from Tuesday into mid‑week depending on the track.
- DFES has issued advice for the Broome–Cockatoo Island watch area warning of gales near 90 km/h and a risk of flash flooding.
- Destructive coastal gusts are possible north of Broome, with some forecasts indicating peaks near 140 km/h if the system intensifies.
- Communities on the Dampier Peninsula report preparations including clearing loose items, stocking supplies and readying vehicles for potential evacuations.