Hundreds of residents in remote northern Australia are stranded after Tropical Cyclone Megan hits the region. The cyclone made landfall in the Northeast of Australia’s Northern Territory on Monday afternoon with wind speeds up to 200 km per hour and heavy rainfall.
Evacuation efforts were suspended due to deteriorating weather conditions, leaving 700 people trapped in the region. Australian Defence Force air evacuations from nearby towns were halted as Royal Australian Air Force aircraft were unable to land safely near Borroloola, 50 km inland from where the cyclone hit.
NT’s Chief Minister Eva Lawler stated, “There are enough buildings in Borroloola rated to withstand a category 3 cyclone to keep the community safe.” Residents are advised to conserve batteries as power is cut off. BoM issued flood warnings for the region with up to 300 mm of rain expected but large-scale destruction is unlikely.
Efforts are underway to ensure the safety of residents in the affected areas as Tropical Cyclone Megan continues to pose a threat. The Australian authorities are working to provide necessary support and resources to those impacted by the cyclone, with a focus on ensuring the well-being of all residents in the region.
