At least one severe cyclone expected in Queensland this season
Warmer sea temperatures will likely bring Queensland a category-3-or-higher cyclone this season, the bureau warns. Residents should prepare now.
Queensland's weather bureau has forecast at least one severe cyclone for this season. Warming sea temperatures give cyclones more energy.
A severe cyclone ranks category 3 and above. Usually one or two cross Queensland's coast each year.
Last season broke records. Two category 5 systems formed in the Coral Sea for the first time since 1970.
The state also faces heatwaves and below-average rainfall, especially until December. Bushfire danger is escalating.
Responses jumped 20 per cent in the first month. Firefighters attended almost 2,000 incidents since September 1.
- Category 3 and above
- Forecast cyclone category
- 20 per cent above last year
- Bushfire response increase
- Almost 2,000 responses
- Bushfire incidents since Sept 1
Why it mattersResidents and businesses should prepare now for a potentially severe cyclone season. Planning ahead can save lives. It can also reduce damage.
AustraliaQueensland residents should review cyclone plans and emergency supplies; extreme weather could disrupt power, water and transport across the state.
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