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Tropical Cyclone Zelia Hits Western Australia, Causes Severe Flooding and Damage

Cyclone Zelia made landfall as a category five storm, leading to evacuation efforts and significant rainfall across Western Australia, particularly affecting Port Hedland.

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  1. Properties Hit as Cyclone Triggers Record Rain

    Port Hedland is one of the world’s largest iron ore export points, with any lengthy cyclone-enforced port closure potentially disrupting global supply.

    Properties Hit as Cyclone Triggers Record Rain

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  2. Pilbara community evacuated by helicopter over Cyclone Zelia flooding risk

    The system has dumped an enormous amount of rain on the Pilbara and will lead to ongoing flooding in the coming days driving in flood waters is incredibly dangerous.

    Pilbara community evacuated by helicopter over Cyclone Zelia flooding risk

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  3. Category 5 Tropical Cyclone Zelia slams Australia's iron ore hub

    Cyclone Zelia is the most severe storm to hit the Pilbara coast since Cyclone Ilsa in April 2023.

    Category 5 Tropical Cyclone Zelia slams Australia's iron ore hub

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Feb 15th, 2025, 3:44 PM ET

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Tropical Cyclone Zelia made landfall on Australia’s west coast, affecting Port Hedland and surrounding areas. Initially a category five cyclone, it weakened to category four but caused extensive rainfall, flooding, and damage. Port Hedland, a critical iron ore hub, was advised to prepare for significant impacts, including road closures and evacuations in remote communities. While the cyclone’s severe winds spared populated areas, emergency services continue to respond to flooding, with health and safety assessments ongoing. Heavy rains are expected to persist, raising concerns about extended disruptions to local infrastructure and mining operations.

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