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Category 5 Cyclone Narelle Set to Hit Queensland

3/18/2026

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Tropical Cyclone Narelle is expected to strike Far North Queensland on Friday, potentially as a Category 5 with wind gusts up to 250 km/h.
The cyclone formed in the Coral Sea.
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli urged residents to prepare for destructive winds and heavy rainfall.
Emergency services are deploying resources and evacuations are underway for vulnerable individuals.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued cyclone warnings urging residents to stay indoors.

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Tropical Cyclone Narelle is expected to strike Far North Queensland on Friday, potentially as a Category 5 with wind gusts up to 250 km/h.
The cyclone formed in the Coral Sea.
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli urged residents to prepare for destructive winds and heavy rainfall.
Emergency services are deploying resources and evacuations are underway for vulnerable individuals.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued cyclone warnings urging residents to stay indoors.