West Kimberley region braces for Tropical Cyclone Hayley
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Tropical Cyclone Hayley, a Category 3 system, is sitting around 150 kilometres off the West Kimberley coast, expected to hit Broome in coming days. The remote Aboriginal communities of Djarindjin and Ardyaloon have already taken shelter, with vulnerable residents evacuated.
Breakdown
- Cyclone Hailey is 150 km off the West Kimberley coast
- Expected to weaken before crossing near Cape Levique 12s
- Severe winds up to 170 km/h and flash flooding possible 24s
- 300 residents sheltering in Djarijin and Lombardin 30s
- Authorities say it is too late to leave warning area 1m 4s