Multiple tropical storms are currently threatening Northern Australia, bringing massive rainfall and flooding risks.
Let’s break down what’s happening and what you need to know!
Massive Rainfall Hits Queensland
North Queensland is getting absolutely drenched right now! The stretch from Cairns to Mackay has been hammered with heavy rain overnight.
Want to know how much?
Some areas like Tully, Innisfail, and Gordonvale got slammed with a whopping 250mm of rain in just one night!
Record-Breaking Weather Numbers
Hold onto your umbrellas, folks! The tropical north has seen more than 600mm of rain in just three days. That’s like filling a small swimming pool!
Where Are the Danger Zones?
While Cairns might catch a brief break from the rain on Thursday morning, don’t get too comfortable!
There’s a real risk of severe thunderstorms and flash flooding heading towards Bowen and Mackay later in the day.
Multiple Storm Systems in Play
Here’s where it gets interesting – there’s not just one, but FIVE tropical lows currently threatening Australia:
- One off Cairns (getting weaker – phew!)
- One in the Gulf of Carpentaria
- One in the Coral Sea
- Two near Western Australia
What’s Next?
The good news? The system near Cairns is likely to chill out a bit, with its chances of becoming a cyclone dropping to 15%.
But keep your eyes on the Gulf of Carpentaria – there’s still a 25% chance of a cyclone forming there by Sunday!
Is This Normal?
According to weather experts, seeing multiple cyclones at once is actually pretty typical for this time of year.
Remember Jasper and Kirrily from earlier this season? Looks like Mother Nature might be preparing for an encore!
Stay safe, stay informed, and keep checking back for updates on this developing weather situation!