Developing Tropical Cyclone Set to Impact Australian Territory

Looks like Mother Nature has a busy few days ahead for parts of Australia, with a strengthening tropical low and more heavy rain on the way.

The Bureau of Meteorology says Tropical Low 25U is expected to develop into a full-blown tropical cyclone today as it moves south of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, about 2,750km northwest of Perth.

The good news? It won’t hit the Australian mainland. But senior meteorologist Miriam Bradbury warns that the Cocos Islands will still cop strong winds and squally showers. The system is expected to drift further south and weaken by late tomorrow.

Meanwhile, there’s another system brewing. Tropical Low 27U is forming off the northwest Kimberley Coast in WA. It only has a low chance of turning into a cyclone, but it will still bring rain to the Pilbara region over the weekend.

And it doesn’t stop there. Up in Far North Queensland, residents in already rain-soaked areas—including Townsville, Ingham, and Ayr—are in for another drenching. Heavy rain this morning could lead to flash flooding, with some areas expected to see between 120mm and 160mm of rainfall in just six hours. In some spots, totals could hit 240mm.

The silver lining? Conditions should ease up by midday. But if you're in the affected areas, keep an eye on updates and stay safe!