Tropical Cyclone Kirrily Hits Queensland Coast

Queensland Government Declares Disaster, Requests Federal Assistance as Cyclone Brings Heavy Rainfall and Wind Gusts

Tropical Cyclone Kirrily, a category 2 storm, is expected to hit the Queensland coast, with Townsville residents advised to shelter in place.
Queensland's government has declared a pre-emptive disaster and requested federal assistance.
Wind gusts of up to 165km/h are expected, along with heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding.
50 residents in low-lying areas of Townsville have already evacuated, and over 40,000 sandbags have been used.
Post-landfall, the cyclone is expected to weaken but continue to bring heavy rainfall as it moves further inland.