Cyclone Alfred: A Rare and Dangerous Storm Approaching Australia’s East Coast

Introduction : Cyclone Alfred, a tropical storm classified as a Category 2 cyclone, is currently making its way toward Australia’s east coast, bringing the threat of heavy rainfall, destructive winds and coastal erosion. Unusual in both its location and movement, Alfred is raising concerns for millions of residents in Queensland and New South Wales. ✅What exactly is a Tropical Cyclone? According to the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), “A tropical cyclone is a rapidly rotating storm that begins over tropical or subtropical oceans, with very violent [...]