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Cyclone Narelle Approaches: 10,000 Residents Evacuated Amid Flood Warnings

3/21/2026

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Severe Cyclone Narelle is approaching the Northern Territory with winds of 195 km/h.
The cyclone, downgraded to Category 2, is expected to strengthen west of Queensland.
Over 10,000 residents, including those in Numbulwar, are warned of potential flash flooding and destructive winds.
The Australian Defence Force evacuated nearly 150 people from Numbulwar to Darwin, where they shelter at Nightcliff High School.

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Severe Cyclone Narelle is approaching the Northern Territory with winds of 195 km/h.
The cyclone, downgraded to Category 2, is expected to strengthen west of Queensland.
Over 10,000 residents, including those in Numbulwar, are warned of potential flash flooding and destructive winds.
The Australian Defence Force evacuated nearly 150 people from Numbulwar to Darwin, where they shelter at Nightcliff High School.