Cyclone Alfred Leaves 330,000 Without Power and Triggers Flood Warnings in Eastern Australia

The storm, now downgraded to a tropical depression, has caused extensive damage, forced evacuations, and resulted in casualties and injuries.

Cyclone Alfred has knocked out power to approximately 330,000 homes across Queensland and New South Wales, with restoration efforts hindered by flooding, fallen trees, and mudslides.
The storm has caused severe flooding along a 400-kilometer stretch of coastline, prompting evacuation orders for over 16,000 people in New South Wales and multiple flood alerts across the region.
A 61-year-old man tragically drowned after his vehicle was swept away by floodwaters in New South Wales, highlighting the dangers posed by the storm's heavy rainfall and rising rivers.
Two military trucks involved in relief efforts collided in New South Wales, injuring 36 individuals, including soldiers, with several hospitalized in critical condition.
Authorities warn that heavy rains, strong winds, and the risk of sudden flooding will persist in the coming days, urging residents to remain vigilant despite the storm's weakening.