Cyclone Narelle Slams Australia Coast—Where It’s Headed Next Will Shock You
Tropical Cyclone Narelle is now moving inland across Western Australia, but the danger is far from over. The system has already crossed the coast south of Coral Bay and is pushing toward Carnarvon, bringing destructive winds, heavy rain and widespread disruption as it weakens from a category 3 to a category 2 storm.
Right now, Narelle is positioned just northeast of Carnarvon and tracking south-southeast. It is no longer over open water, which means it will gradually lose strength, but meteorologists are warning this is not a moment to relax. Even as it weakens, the storm is still packing wind gusts of up to 125 kilometers per hour near its center and that is strong enough to cause serious damage.
Authorities, including the Bureau of Meteorology, are urging residents across affected regions to stay indoors. A red alert has been issued in Carnarvon and warnings stretch across a wide coastal zone, including Exmouth, Coral Bay, Denham and Geraldton, with impacts extending inland as the storm continues its path.
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The situation on the ground has been intense. Residents in Carnarvon reported eerie red skies as powerful winds lifted dust across the region. In Exmouth, boats have been sunk at marinas, power outages have affected thousands and critical infrastructure has been tested, including hospital backup systems. Across the Mid West and Pilbara regions, homes have lost roofs, trees have been torn down and entire communities are dealing with blackouts.
And this is not just a local weather story. The impact of Cyclone Narelle is being felt globally. Offshore gas operations along the Western Australian coast have been shut down or reduced, disrupting up to 8 percent of the world’s liquefied natural gas supply. That has serious implications for global energy markets already under pressure, especially across Asia where demand remains high.
As the cyclone continues inland, the immediate threat shifts from extreme winds to flooding. Heavy rainfall could trigger river surges and flash floods, creating new risks even as the storm weakens. Emergency services are warning that conditions can still change rapidly and the storm’s path could shift.
This is a developing situation with real consequences, not just for those in its direct path, but for energy markets and supply chains worldwide. Stay with us for continuous coverage as Cyclone Narelle moves further inland and authorities assess the full extent of the damage.
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