Severe Tropical Cyclone Megan: Impact and Forecast

TLDRSevere Tropical Cyclone Megan is expected to cross the coast and bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and possible flooding to Bor Lula and other communities. The winds could reach up to 95 km/h with gusts up to 130 km/h. Widespread rainfall totals of 150-200 mm and daily rainfall totals of 300 mm are expected. Residents are advised to find safe shelter and secure loose items. Power outages may occur, and a flood warning is in place for the MacArthur River. The system is predicted to move westward, impacting other communities along the base of the top end.

Key insights

💨Severe Tropical Cyclone Megan is expected to bring strong winds of up to 130 km/h.

🌧️Heavy rainfall of 150-200 mm is predicted, with daily totals reaching 300 mm.

🌊Flooding is possible, and a flood warning is in place for the MacArthur River.

🏠Residents are advised to find safe shelter and secure loose items.

Power outages may occur due to the severe weather conditions.

Q&A

What wind speeds can we expect from Severe Tropical Cyclone Megan?

Severe Tropical Cyclone Megan could bring sustained winds of up to 95 km/h, with gusts up to 130 km/h.

How much rainfall is predicted from this cyclone?

Widespread rainfall totals of 150-200 mm are expected, with daily rainfall totals of 300 mm in some areas.

Is there a risk of flooding?

Yes, there is a flood warning in place for the MacArthur River. Flooding is possible, especially in areas with heavy rainfall.

What precautions should residents take?

Residents are advised to find safe shelter, secure loose items, and prepare for possible power outages.

Which communities are at risk besides Bor Lula?

Other communities along the base of the top end may also be affected by the severe weather conditions.

Timestamped Summary

00:07Severe Tropical Cyclone Megan is expected to bring sustained winds of around 95 km/h, with gusts up to 130 km/h.

00:19Widespread rainfall totals of 150-200 mm are predicted, with daily totals reaching 300 mm.

01:19A flood warning is in place for the MacArthur River, and heavy rainfall could lead to flooding in the area.

03:09Residents are advised to find safe shelter and secure loose items as the cyclone brings strong winds and heavy rain.

06:26Power outages may occur due to the severe weather conditions.