Tropical Cyclone Alfred is predicted to impact Australia's east coast, particularly near Brisbane, with expected landfall on Friday or Saturday. Authorities are urging residents to prepare for heavy rainfall and potential life-threatening flooding as the storm approaches. Sustained winds of 45 to 50 mph, along with a slow movement that could lead to significant rainfall accumulation, raise concerns for flooding. This cyclone is notable as the first to strike southeast Queensland since 1974, prompting closures of schools and the Gold Coast airport, indicating its potential severity.
The storm's slow movement could deliver major to potentially historic flooding, with rainfall totals up to 2 feet expected, and isolated totals possibly reaching 3 feet.
Authorities have warned residents to make final preparations and be ready to shelter in place, as Alfred approaches one of Australia's most populated regions.
This will be the first tropical cyclone to hit southeast Queensland since a storm named Zoe touched down in 1974, highlighting the rarity of such events.
Alfred is forecast to make landfall near Brisbane, with winds expected to be around 45 mph to 50 mph, representing a significant weather event for the region.
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