SPAC: YASI (14U /11P) - Severe Tropical Cyclone
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RobWESTPACWX wrote:Hurakan, where do you find this stuff sometimes? Just saying, you always show up with the best images/links.
Thanks!! I'm always looking for cool images and loops.
Link: http://www.nnvl.noaa.gov/
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IDQP0005
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre
Media: The Standard Emergency Warning Signal should NOT be used with this
warning.
TOP PRIORITY
TROPICAL CYCLONE ADVICE NUMBER 38
Issued by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane
Issued at 7:53pm EST on Thursday the 3rd of February 2011
A Cyclone WARNING is current for communities across the tropical interior from
west of Richmond to the Northern Territory border, including Mt Isa and Winton.
The Cyclone WARNING in the area between Richmond and Hughenden, and south to
Aramac has been cancelled.
At 7:00 pm EST Tropical Cyclone Yasi, Category 1 was estimated to be 245
kilometres west of Richmond and 140 kilometres east northeast of Mt Isa and
moving west southwest at 25 kilometres per hour.
YASI CONTINUES TO WEAKEN, BUT IS PRODUCING SOME HEAVY RAIN AND DAMAGING WIND
GUSTS ABOUT THE WESTERN TROPICAL INTERIOR.
TC Yasi is expected to weaken into a tropical depression during the next 6
hours.
DAMAGING WINDS, with gusts above 90 km/h, are occurring through parts of the
western tropical interior and southwest of the state.
Isolated SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS moving with the cyclone may produce localised
flash flooding.
People in the warning area should remain inside until the cyclone has passed and
listen to the next advice at 11 pm.
- For cyclone preparedness and safety advice, visit Queensland's Disaster
Management Services website [www.disaster.qld.gov.au]
- For emergency assistance call the Queensland State Emergency Service [SES] on
132 500 [for assistance with storm damage, rising flood water, fallen trees on
buildings or roof damage].
Details of Tropical Cyclone Yasi at 7:00 pm EST:
.Centre located near...... 20.4 degrees South 140.8 degrees East
.Location accuracy........ within 55 kilometres
.Recent movement.......... towards the west southwest at 25 kilometres per hour
.Wind gusts near centre... 95 kilometres per hour
.Severity category........ 1
.Central pressure......... 990 hectoPascals
Please ensure that neighbours have heard and understood this message,
particularly new arrivals or those who may not fully understand English.
The next advice will be issued by 11:00 pm EST Thursday 03 February.
This warning is also available through TV and Radio Broadcasts; the Bureau's
website at http://www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 212. The Bureau and the State
Emergency Service would appreciate this warning being broadcast regularly.
Latest obs (8 pm local):
Winton 31G44KT Q1003.8
Julia Creek 25G37KT Q993.9
Cloncurry 23G32KT Q991.8
Mt Isa 18G21KT Q997.0
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre
Media: The Standard Emergency Warning Signal should NOT be used with this
warning.
TOP PRIORITY
TROPICAL CYCLONE ADVICE NUMBER 38
Issued by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane
Issued at 7:53pm EST on Thursday the 3rd of February 2011
A Cyclone WARNING is current for communities across the tropical interior from
west of Richmond to the Northern Territory border, including Mt Isa and Winton.
The Cyclone WARNING in the area between Richmond and Hughenden, and south to
Aramac has been cancelled.
At 7:00 pm EST Tropical Cyclone Yasi, Category 1 was estimated to be 245
kilometres west of Richmond and 140 kilometres east northeast of Mt Isa and
moving west southwest at 25 kilometres per hour.
YASI CONTINUES TO WEAKEN, BUT IS PRODUCING SOME HEAVY RAIN AND DAMAGING WIND
GUSTS ABOUT THE WESTERN TROPICAL INTERIOR.
TC Yasi is expected to weaken into a tropical depression during the next 6
hours.
DAMAGING WINDS, with gusts above 90 km/h, are occurring through parts of the
western tropical interior and southwest of the state.
Isolated SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS moving with the cyclone may produce localised
flash flooding.
People in the warning area should remain inside until the cyclone has passed and
listen to the next advice at 11 pm.
- For cyclone preparedness and safety advice, visit Queensland's Disaster
Management Services website [www.disaster.qld.gov.au]
- For emergency assistance call the Queensland State Emergency Service [SES] on
132 500 [for assistance with storm damage, rising flood water, fallen trees on
buildings or roof damage].
Details of Tropical Cyclone Yasi at 7:00 pm EST:
.Centre located near...... 20.4 degrees South 140.8 degrees East
.Location accuracy........ within 55 kilometres
.Recent movement.......... towards the west southwest at 25 kilometres per hour
.Wind gusts near centre... 95 kilometres per hour
.Severity category........ 1
.Central pressure......... 990 hectoPascals
Please ensure that neighbours have heard and understood this message,
particularly new arrivals or those who may not fully understand English.
The next advice will be issued by 11:00 pm EST Thursday 03 February.
This warning is also available through TV and Radio Broadcasts; the Bureau's
website at http://www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 212. The Bureau and the State
Emergency Service would appreciate this warning being broadcast regularly.
Latest obs (8 pm local):
Winton 31G44KT Q1003.8
Julia Creek 25G37KT Q993.9
Cloncurry 23G32KT Q991.8
Mt Isa 18G21KT Q997.0
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Darwin warning:
IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 5:00 pm CST Thursday 3 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 3.30 pm CST, Tropical Cyclone Yasi 988 hPa was located
over inland Queensland near latitude 20.0S, longitude 141.6E, about 235
kilometres east northeast of Mt Isa. It is moving towards the west southwest at
about 25 km/h and is expected to weaken into a tropical low before moving across
the border into the Northern Territory Friday morning.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected within 180 km of the centre in
the southern semicircle as it crosses the border Friday morning. Heavy rain
conducive to flash flooding is expected to develop across the Barkly, eastern
Roper-McArthur and eastern Alice Springs Districts early on Friday and gradually
spread westwards.
A Tropical Cyclone Advice is also current for this system - telephone 1300 659
212.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 11:00 pm Thursday
This warning is also available on telephone 1300 659 214 or on the internet at
http://www.bom.gov.au.
IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 5:00 pm CST Thursday 3 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 3.30 pm CST, Tropical Cyclone Yasi 988 hPa was located
over inland Queensland near latitude 20.0S, longitude 141.6E, about 235
kilometres east northeast of Mt Isa. It is moving towards the west southwest at
about 25 km/h and is expected to weaken into a tropical low before moving across
the border into the Northern Territory Friday morning.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected within 180 km of the centre in
the southern semicircle as it crosses the border Friday morning. Heavy rain
conducive to flash flooding is expected to develop across the Barkly, eastern
Roper-McArthur and eastern Alice Springs Districts early on Friday and gradually
spread westwards.
A Tropical Cyclone Advice is also current for this system - telephone 1300 659
212.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 11:00 pm Thursday
This warning is also available on telephone 1300 659 214 or on the internet at
http://www.bom.gov.au.
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Downgraded to a Tropical Low (ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi).
IDQP0005
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre
Media: The Standard Emergency Warning Signal should NOT be used with this
warning.
TOP PRIORITY
TROPICAL CYCLONE ADVICE NUMBER 39
Issued by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane
Issued at 10:32pm EST on Thursday the 3rd of February 2011
The Cyclone WARNING for the tropical interior from west of Richmond to the
Northern Territory border, including Mt Isa and Winton has been cancelled.
At 10:00 pm EST a Tropical Low was estimated to be 325 kilometres west of
Richmond and 55 kilometres east of Mt Isa and
moving west southwest at 32 kilometres per hour.
TC Yasi has weakened into a tropical depression.
DAMAGING WINDS, with gusts above 90 km/h, are still possible through parts of
the western tropical interior and southwest of the state.
Isolated SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS moving with the cyclone may produce localised
flash flooding.
See Severe Weather Warning.
Details of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi at 10:00 pm EST:
.Centre located near...... 20.8 degrees South 140.0 degrees East
.Location accuracy........ within 75 kilometres
.Recent movement.......... towards the west southwest at 32 kilometres per hour
.Wind gusts near centre... 85 kilometres per hour
.Severity category........ below cyclone intensity
.Central pressure......... 991 hectoPascals
Please ensure that neighbours have heard and understood this message,
particularly new arrivals or those who may not fully understand English.
No further advices will be issued for this system.
This warning is also available through TV and Radio Broadcasts; the Bureau's
website at http://www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 212. The Bureau and the State
Emergency Service would appreciate this warning being broadcast regularly.
IDQP0005
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre
Media: The Standard Emergency Warning Signal should NOT be used with this
warning.
TOP PRIORITY
TROPICAL CYCLONE ADVICE NUMBER 39
Issued by the Bureau of Meteorology, Brisbane
Issued at 10:32pm EST on Thursday the 3rd of February 2011
The Cyclone WARNING for the tropical interior from west of Richmond to the
Northern Territory border, including Mt Isa and Winton has been cancelled.
At 10:00 pm EST a Tropical Low was estimated to be 325 kilometres west of
Richmond and 55 kilometres east of Mt Isa and
moving west southwest at 32 kilometres per hour.
TC Yasi has weakened into a tropical depression.
DAMAGING WINDS, with gusts above 90 km/h, are still possible through parts of
the western tropical interior and southwest of the state.
Isolated SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS moving with the cyclone may produce localised
flash flooding.
See Severe Weather Warning.
Details of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi at 10:00 pm EST:
.Centre located near...... 20.8 degrees South 140.0 degrees East
.Location accuracy........ within 75 kilometres
.Recent movement.......... towards the west southwest at 32 kilometres per hour
.Wind gusts near centre... 85 kilometres per hour
.Severity category........ below cyclone intensity
.Central pressure......... 991 hectoPascals
Please ensure that neighbours have heard and understood this message,
particularly new arrivals or those who may not fully understand English.
No further advices will be issued for this system.
This warning is also available through TV and Radio Broadcasts; the Bureau's
website at http://www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 212. The Bureau and the State
Emergency Service would appreciate this warning being broadcast regularly.
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Re: SPAC: YASI (14U /11P) - Severe Tropical Cyclone
Some observations
Obs kts gust Hpa
Mount Isa 15 19 996.4
Cloncurry 27 37 990.6
Julia Creek 25 35 997.1
Trepell 19 26 999.6
Obs kts gust Hpa
Mount Isa 15 19 996.4
Cloncurry 27 37 990.6
Julia Creek 25 35 997.1
Trepell 19 26 999.6
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Cyclone Yasi Thurs 3 Feb 6pm Footage of Tully
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JD0U6H9Nr3w
Tully cyclone victims pick up the pieces
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKUXPGWvPLc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JD0U6H9Nr3w
Tully cyclone victims pick up the pieces
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKUXPGWvPLc
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IDQ20033
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash Flooding.
For the Gulf Country, Northwest, Central West, western parts of the Northern
Goldfields and northern parts of Channel Country.
Issued at 10:45 pm on Thursday 3 February 2011
Synoptic Situation:
At 10pm EST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi was located to the east of Mount Isa and
moving west southwestwards at about 32 kilometres per hour. The tropical
depression is expected to move west of the border during Friday morning.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi will continue to weaken during the night, however,
DAMAGING WIND gusts to 90 km/h are still possible over the Northwest, Central
West and western parts of the Northern Goldfield districts tonight, extending to
the northern parts of Channel Country early Friday morning.
These winds are forecast to ease over the Northwest, Central West and western
parts of the Northern Goldfield districts during Friday morning, but may
continue over the northern and western Channel Country till late Friday as
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi moves southwards over Northern Territory.
Rain areas associated with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi over the inland areas has
been generally moderate. However, there is a possibility that heavy rain areas
causing possible flash floods may occur over the Gulf Country and Northwest
district during the night. This is more likely to be localised and associated
primarily with severe thunderstorms moving with the Ex-Tropical Cyclone.
The State Emergency Service advises that people in the affected area should:
. seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees
. avoid driving, walking or cycling through floodwaters
. take care on the roads, especially in heavy downpours
. avoid swimming in swollen rivers and creeks
The next warning is due to be issued by 5 am Friday.
This warning is also available through TV and Radio broadcasts; the Bureau's
website at http://www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 219. The Bureau and State Emergency
Service would appreciate this warning being broadcast regularly.
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IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 10:52 pm CST Thursday 3 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 9.30 pm CST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi 991 hPa was located
over inland Queensland near latitude 20.8S, longitude 140.0E, about 55
kilometres east of Mount Isa. It is moving towards the west southwest at about
30 km/h and is expected to continue weakening as it moves across the border into
the Northern Territory Friday morning.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected within 180 km of the centre in
the southern semicircle as it crosses the border Friday morning. Heavy rain
conducive to flash flooding is expected to develop across the Barkly, eastern
Roper-McArthur and eastern Alice Springs Districts early on Friday and gradually
spread westwards.
A Tropical Cyclone Advice is also current for this system - telephone 1300 659
212.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 5:00 am Friday
This warning is also available on telephone 1300 659 214 or on the internet at
http://www.bom.gov.au.
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash Flooding.
For the Gulf Country, Northwest, Central West, western parts of the Northern
Goldfields and northern parts of Channel Country.
Issued at 10:45 pm on Thursday 3 February 2011
Synoptic Situation:
At 10pm EST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi was located to the east of Mount Isa and
moving west southwestwards at about 32 kilometres per hour. The tropical
depression is expected to move west of the border during Friday morning.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi will continue to weaken during the night, however,
DAMAGING WIND gusts to 90 km/h are still possible over the Northwest, Central
West and western parts of the Northern Goldfield districts tonight, extending to
the northern parts of Channel Country early Friday morning.
These winds are forecast to ease over the Northwest, Central West and western
parts of the Northern Goldfield districts during Friday morning, but may
continue over the northern and western Channel Country till late Friday as
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi moves southwards over Northern Territory.
Rain areas associated with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi over the inland areas has
been generally moderate. However, there is a possibility that heavy rain areas
causing possible flash floods may occur over the Gulf Country and Northwest
district during the night. This is more likely to be localised and associated
primarily with severe thunderstorms moving with the Ex-Tropical Cyclone.
The State Emergency Service advises that people in the affected area should:
. seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees
. avoid driving, walking or cycling through floodwaters
. take care on the roads, especially in heavy downpours
. avoid swimming in swollen rivers and creeks
The next warning is due to be issued by 5 am Friday.
This warning is also available through TV and Radio broadcasts; the Bureau's
website at http://www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 219. The Bureau and State Emergency
Service would appreciate this warning being broadcast regularly.
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IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 10:52 pm CST Thursday 3 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 9.30 pm CST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi 991 hPa was located
over inland Queensland near latitude 20.8S, longitude 140.0E, about 55
kilometres east of Mount Isa. It is moving towards the west southwest at about
30 km/h and is expected to continue weakening as it moves across the border into
the Northern Territory Friday morning.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected within 180 km of the centre in
the southern semicircle as it crosses the border Friday morning. Heavy rain
conducive to flash flooding is expected to develop across the Barkly, eastern
Roper-McArthur and eastern Alice Springs Districts early on Friday and gradually
spread westwards.
A Tropical Cyclone Advice is also current for this system - telephone 1300 659
212.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 5:00 am Friday
This warning is also available on telephone 1300 659 214 or on the internet at
http://www.bom.gov.au.
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Still quite strong, 992 hPa according to TCWC Darwin.
IDQ20033
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash Flooding.
For people in the Gulf Country, Northwest, western parts of the Central West,
far western parts of the Northern Goldfields and northern parts of the Channel
Country districts.
Issued at 11:00 am on Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 10am, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi was located about 140 km
west southwest of Mount Isa and was moving in a west southwest direction at
about 22 kilometres per hour. The tropical depression is expected to continue
moving in this direction during the day and is forecast to be located west of
the border by the afternoon.
Damaging wind gusts of around 90 km/hr are possible over the Northwest, western
parts of the Central West and far western parts of the Northern Goldfield and
northern parts of the Channel country. These winds are forecast to contract into
the Northwest and northern parts of the Channel Country districts by this
afternoon.
Heavy rainfall is continuing to occur about the Gulf Country and Northwest
districts and could potentially cause localised flash flooding and river rises
[a separate Flood Warning is current for Gulf Rivers]. This rainfall is forecast
to contract into western parts of these districts by this evening.
The State Emergency Service advises that people in the affected area should:
. seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees
. avoid driving, walking or cycling through floodwaters
. take care on the roads, especially in heavy downpours
. avoid swimming in swollen rivers and creeks
The next warning is due to be issued by 5pm EST Friday.
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IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 11:00 am CST Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 9.30 am CST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi 992 hPa was located
near the Northern Territory/Queensland Border near latitude 21.5S, longitude
138.2E, about 175 kilometres south of Camooweal. It is moving towards the west
southwest at about 22 km/h and is expected to move southwest into the eastern
Alice Springs District today.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected with thunderstorms extending into
the eastern Alice Springs District today. Heavy rain conducive to flash flooding
is expected over eastern Roper-McArthur District, extending across the Barkly
and eastern Alice Springs Districts, later today and tonight.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 5:00 pm Friday.
This warning is also available on telephone 1300 659 214 or on the internet at
http://www.bom.gov.au.
IDQ20033
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash Flooding.
For people in the Gulf Country, Northwest, western parts of the Central West,
far western parts of the Northern Goldfields and northern parts of the Channel
Country districts.
Issued at 11:00 am on Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 10am, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi was located about 140 km
west southwest of Mount Isa and was moving in a west southwest direction at
about 22 kilometres per hour. The tropical depression is expected to continue
moving in this direction during the day and is forecast to be located west of
the border by the afternoon.
Damaging wind gusts of around 90 km/hr are possible over the Northwest, western
parts of the Central West and far western parts of the Northern Goldfield and
northern parts of the Channel country. These winds are forecast to contract into
the Northwest and northern parts of the Channel Country districts by this
afternoon.
Heavy rainfall is continuing to occur about the Gulf Country and Northwest
districts and could potentially cause localised flash flooding and river rises
[a separate Flood Warning is current for Gulf Rivers]. This rainfall is forecast
to contract into western parts of these districts by this evening.
The State Emergency Service advises that people in the affected area should:
. seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees
. avoid driving, walking or cycling through floodwaters
. take care on the roads, especially in heavy downpours
. avoid swimming in swollen rivers and creeks
The next warning is due to be issued by 5pm EST Friday.
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IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 11:00 am CST Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 9.30 am CST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi 992 hPa was located
near the Northern Territory/Queensland Border near latitude 21.5S, longitude
138.2E, about 175 kilometres south of Camooweal. It is moving towards the west
southwest at about 22 km/h and is expected to move southwest into the eastern
Alice Springs District today.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected with thunderstorms extending into
the eastern Alice Springs District today. Heavy rain conducive to flash flooding
is expected over eastern Roper-McArthur District, extending across the Barkly
and eastern Alice Springs Districts, later today and tonight.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 5:00 pm Friday.
This warning is also available on telephone 1300 659 214 or on the internet at
http://www.bom.gov.au.
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Man in cyclone zone suffocates
(AAP)
Queensland has suffered its first cyclone-related death after a 23-year-old man taking shelter in the disaster zone was suffocated by generator fumes.
His body was found at a property at Bamboroo, near Ingham, on Thursday, an area hit hard by category five Cyclone Yasi about midnight on Wednesday.
Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson, speaking alongside the premier in Cairns on Friday morning, said the man could have died anytime in the past 48 hours.
"This is a dreadfully sad thing," the commissioner told reporters.
Premier Anna Bligh, who announced the death, said it appeared the young man succumbed to fumes after using a generator in an enclosed room.
She urged others to understand just how dangerous it was to operate generators without proper ventilation.
"This is a dangerous thing to do," she said.
"The coroner wanted me to make people understand that if you are using a generator for power, doing it in a closed room without any ventilation means you are at risk from asphyxiation from diesel fumes.
"Our condolences for the family of this young man."
She described his loss as Queensland's "first cyclone-related death".
Emergency Services Minister Neil Roberts said the man's death was a tragedy.
"This is a tragic loss of life and again our condolences go to that young man's family and friends," he told reporters in Brisbane.
He also warned others to make sure there was proper ventilation in areas where generators were being used.
A police forward command post will be set up in either Cardwell, Tully or Innisfail and two water police vessels will be stationed off Cardwell, Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson said.
Mr Atkinson said he didn't believe there'd be a need to bring in extra police from interstate.
"I feel confident that over the next few days, as long as we don't get more very heavy rainfall, we'll really start to see things unfold in terms of restoring order for people," he told reporters in Cairns.
It is not yet known when Cardwell residents will be able to return to the devastated town.
A decision would be made on that in the next 48 hours.
http://news.brisbanetimes.com.au/breaki ... 1afxd.html
(AAP)
Queensland has suffered its first cyclone-related death after a 23-year-old man taking shelter in the disaster zone was suffocated by generator fumes.
His body was found at a property at Bamboroo, near Ingham, on Thursday, an area hit hard by category five Cyclone Yasi about midnight on Wednesday.
Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson, speaking alongside the premier in Cairns on Friday morning, said the man could have died anytime in the past 48 hours.
"This is a dreadfully sad thing," the commissioner told reporters.
Premier Anna Bligh, who announced the death, said it appeared the young man succumbed to fumes after using a generator in an enclosed room.
She urged others to understand just how dangerous it was to operate generators without proper ventilation.
"This is a dangerous thing to do," she said.
"The coroner wanted me to make people understand that if you are using a generator for power, doing it in a closed room without any ventilation means you are at risk from asphyxiation from diesel fumes.
"Our condolences for the family of this young man."
She described his loss as Queensland's "first cyclone-related death".
Emergency Services Minister Neil Roberts said the man's death was a tragedy.
"This is a tragic loss of life and again our condolences go to that young man's family and friends," he told reporters in Brisbane.
He also warned others to make sure there was proper ventilation in areas where generators were being used.
A police forward command post will be set up in either Cardwell, Tully or Innisfail and two water police vessels will be stationed off Cardwell, Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson said.
Mr Atkinson said he didn't believe there'd be a need to bring in extra police from interstate.
"I feel confident that over the next few days, as long as we don't get more very heavy rainfall, we'll really start to see things unfold in terms of restoring order for people," he told reporters in Cairns.
It is not yet known when Cardwell residents will be able to return to the devastated town.
A decision would be made on that in the next 48 hours.
http://news.brisbanetimes.com.au/breaki ... 1afxd.html
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IDQ20033
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash Flooding.
For people in the Gulf Country, Northwest, western parts of the Central West,
far western parts of the Northern Goldfields and northern parts of the Channel
Country districts.
Issued at 5:15 pm on Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 4pm, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi was located about 230 km
southwest of Mount Isa and was moving in a west southwest direction at about 18
kilometres per hour. The tropical depression is expected to continue moving in
this direction tonight.
Damaging wind gusts of up to 90 km/hr are possible over the Northwest, western
parts of the Central West and far western parts of the Northern Goldfield and
northern parts of the Channel country. These winds are forecast to contract into
the Northwest and northern parts of the Channel Country districts this evening.
Heavy rainfall and scattered thunderstorms is expected to continue about the
Gulf Country and Northwest districts causing flash flooding and fast river
rises. Heavy rain areas may extend into the northern Channel Country overnight.
Heavy rainfall is forecast to ease and contract to the west of the state on
Saturday.
Rainfall: Highest falls since 9am has been 61mm at Camooweal, 38mm at Mt Isa.
A separate Flood Warning is current for Leichhardt, Nicholson, Gilbert, Norman
and Flinders Rivers.
The State Emergency Service advises that people in the affected area should:
. Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees
. Avoid driving, walking or cycle through flood waters
. Take care on the roads, especially in heavy downpours
. Avoid swimming in swollen rivers and creeks
The next warning is due to be issued by 11pm EST Friday.
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IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 5:00 pm CST Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 3.30 pm CST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi 992 hPa was located
in the eastern Alice Springs District near latitude 22.3S, longitude 137.9E,
about 195 kilometres east northeast of Jervois. It is moving towards the
southwest at about 18 km/h.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected with thunderstorms in the eastern
Alice Springs District this evening. Heavy rain conducive to flash flooding is
expected over eastern Roper-McArthur District, extending across the Barkly and
eastern Alice Springs Districts, tonight and on Saturday.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 11:00 pm Friday.
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash Flooding.
For people in the Gulf Country, Northwest, western parts of the Central West,
far western parts of the Northern Goldfields and northern parts of the Channel
Country districts.
Issued at 5:15 pm on Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 4pm, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi was located about 230 km
southwest of Mount Isa and was moving in a west southwest direction at about 18
kilometres per hour. The tropical depression is expected to continue moving in
this direction tonight.
Damaging wind gusts of up to 90 km/hr are possible over the Northwest, western
parts of the Central West and far western parts of the Northern Goldfield and
northern parts of the Channel country. These winds are forecast to contract into
the Northwest and northern parts of the Channel Country districts this evening.
Heavy rainfall and scattered thunderstorms is expected to continue about the
Gulf Country and Northwest districts causing flash flooding and fast river
rises. Heavy rain areas may extend into the northern Channel Country overnight.
Heavy rainfall is forecast to ease and contract to the west of the state on
Saturday.
Rainfall: Highest falls since 9am has been 61mm at Camooweal, 38mm at Mt Isa.
A separate Flood Warning is current for Leichhardt, Nicholson, Gilbert, Norman
and Flinders Rivers.
The State Emergency Service advises that people in the affected area should:
. Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees
. Avoid driving, walking or cycle through flood waters
. Take care on the roads, especially in heavy downpours
. Avoid swimming in swollen rivers and creeks
The next warning is due to be issued by 11pm EST Friday.
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IDD20040
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory
WARNING
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
for Damaging Winds and Flash flooding
for people in the eastern Alice Springs, Barkly and eastern Roper-McArthur
Districts.
Issued at 5:00 pm CST Friday 4 February 2011
Synoptic Situation: At 3.30 pm CST, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi 992 hPa was located
in the eastern Alice Springs District near latitude 22.3S, longitude 137.9E,
about 195 kilometres east northeast of Jervois. It is moving towards the
southwest at about 18 km/h.
Damaging wind gusts up to 95 km/h are expected with thunderstorms in the eastern
Alice Springs District this evening. Heavy rain conducive to flash flooding is
expected over eastern Roper-McArthur District, extending across the Barkly and
eastern Alice Springs Districts, tonight and on Saturday.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should secure loose
outside objects and seek shelter when the conditions deteriorate. Driving
conditions may be hazardous - avoid flooded roads and watercourses.
The next warning is due to be issued by 11:00 pm Friday.
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