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Tropical Cyclone Maila Intensifies, Threatens Queensland Coast

4/6/2026

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Tropical Cyclone Maila, according to the Bureau of Meteorology, could reach category 3 with winds up to 120 km/h as it intensifies in the Solomon Sea.
It could move toward Queensland's coast later this week, potentially affecting areas hit by Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
Forecasts remain uncertain about the track, with models showing Queensland landfall or a path toward New Zealand.
Maila is the 11th named cyclone of the current season.

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Tropical Cyclone Maila, according to the Bureau of Meteorology, could reach category 3 with winds up to 120 km/h as it intensifies in the Solomon Sea.
It could move toward Queensland's coast later this week, potentially affecting areas hit by Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
Forecasts remain uncertain about the track, with models showing Queensland landfall or a path toward New Zealand.
Maila is the 11th named cyclone of the current season.