Far North Queensland could be hit by a second cyclone just weeks after Category 4 Cyclone Narelle made landfall near Coen.

Tropical Cyclone Narelle crossed the east coast of Cape York in Far North Queensland with powerful wind gusts of 220 km/h (137mph), but has since weakened from a category four system to a three, the weather bureau said. Authorities praised residents who had followed orders to shelter in place.

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle continues to amaze us with its long journey across northern Australia. This cyclone began life near the Solomon Islands on March 16, when moist air rose rapidly and created a low-pressure zone.

Powerful weather brewed across the Cape York Peninsula as Tropical Cyclone Narelle made landfall in Far North Queensland on Friday, March 20.In an update, the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) said the

By Newsbase Around 8% of the world’s LNG supply was disrupted by cyclone Narelle off the western coast of Australia. What: A powerful cyclone off the western coast of Australia has disrupted production at three LNG facilities driving spot market prices to the roof.

A remote part of Australia was bracing for a tropical system that was expected to make landfall in northern Queensland on Friday as the most intense of the country’s hurricane categories. Forecasters and government officials warned of severe impacts, including significant damage to property and extensive power outages.