"A tropical cyclone hit Australia's Northern Territory overnight, uprooting trees and traffic lights and severing power for thousands of people in its wake. Residents on Sunday began clearing streets after the cyclone brought with it powerful winds, including in Darwin the region's capital. Cyclone Fina hits northern Australia with destructive winds Fina hovered off the coast of the Northern Territory for many days before transforming into a Category 3 storm."
"Fina battered Darwin a busy city of nearly 140,000 residents damaging property and submerging roads, but no injuries were reported. About 19,000 people in the city were left without electricity. The Northern Territory's chief minister, Lia Finocchiaro, said efforts were being made to restore power. "In true territory spirit, neighbours are coming out with chainsaws and everyone's chipping in," the regional premier said amid clean up efforts."
Cyclone Fina intensified off the Northern Territory coast and became a Category 3 severe tropical cyclone before passing Darwin and the Tiwi Islands. Strong winds uprooted trees, toppled traffic lights, submerged roads and damaged property across Darwin, leaving about 19,000 residents without electricity. Emergency and cleanup efforts began immediately, with neighbours assisting and authorities working to restore power. Part of the Royal Darwin Hospital roof reportedly collapsed and the Darwin International Airport reopened after a brief closure. No injuries were reported and regional leaders emphasized community preparedness and unity in response.
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