Residents have been urged to prepare for the worst as Tropical Cyclone Alfred is set to make landfall in a densely populated region of Australia’s east coast for the first time in 50 years. The category one or two system is predicted to cross between Queensland’s K’gari Island and the Gold Coast on Thursday or Friday, bringing with it heavy rainfall, powerful winds, and massive waves. This poses a significant threat to areas that have not experienced a cyclone in over five decades. Emergency services are on high alert, with key measures being taken to ensure communities are as prepared as possible. These include evacuation advisories for island communities, stopping shipping operations, and urging boaties to stay ashore. The Queensland Premier, David Crisafulli, has emphasized the high likelihood of the cyclone impacting a vast stretch of coastline, including the city of Brisbane, which is particularly prone to flooding. Measures are being taken well in advance to mitigate the cyclone’s impact, with concerns around the potential for destructive storm surges, powerful winds, and heavy rainfalls. Authorities are urging residents to take necessary precautions, including sandbagging and evacuating if advised, as the region braces for what could be a significant event.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/mar/03/tropical-cyclone-alfred-forecast-track-map-bom-brisbane-update-tc-watch-path-tracking-nsw-qld-queensland