Tropical Cyclone Alfred is heading for Queensland’s coast, expected to make landfall between Brisbane and Noosa late Thursday or early Friday. Currently a category two system, Alfred threatens to bring winds up to 120km/h, rainfall of 200-400mm, and potential flash flooding. “Up to four million Queenslanders could be without power for at least three days once Alfred makes landfall,” warns the Queensland State Emergency Service, which has issued a three-step preparedness plan. Historical Context This is rare weather for southeast Queensland, which hasn’t seen a cyclone cross its coast in 51 years. The last was Cyclone Wanda in January 1974, … Continue reading Cyclone Alfred: 120 km/h Winds, 400mm Rain, 4 Million Without Power