Severe Tropical Cyclone Zelia impacted Australia's west coast, reaching peak winds of 180 mph at landfall near Port Hedland before slightly weakening. Though the cyclone threatened significant destruction, the area avoided a major storm surge due to its trajectory. Residents were advised to take shelter as emergency services prepared for potential flash floods. This cyclone is noted as the most severe to hit the Pilbara coast since Cyclone Ilsa in April 2023. Major ports were closed temporarily, highlighting the cyclone's impact on vital iron ore exports.
The eye of the storm crossed and hit the Australian coast just after 12 p.m. (0400 GMT). Major port avoids worst of storm.
Authorities in Western Australia issued warnings and told residents living in the cyclone's path to seek shelter in the strongest part of their homes.
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