Citizens told 'prepare for worst' as tropical cyclone nears Australia's east coast
[Japan Today] - 03/7/2025
Violent winds toppled power lines Friday as a tropical cyclone inched towards Australia's eastern coast, sparking evacuation orders and leaving more than 50,000 homes without electricity. Tropical Cyclone…
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