Tag: cyclone

Queensland is bracing itself for what could be one of its worst storms in its history, just over a fortnight after devastating floods claimed the lives of more than 30 people.
Tropical cyclone Yasi is expected to hit the north coast of the Sunshine State on Wednesday evening, with forecasters predicting 160mph putting it on a par with Hurricane Katrina.

A cyclone off the Australian coast has seen tourists evacuated from the Great Barrier Reef.

Cyclone Ului is approaching from the west of the region, with two islands off the coast of Queensland Heron Island and Lady Elliott Island evacuated.

The Heron Island resort alone has seen 150 visitors and 100 staff head for the mainland, and will now remain closed for up to three days.