Cyclone Mitchell is approaching the Pilbara coast of Western Australia, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain as it makes landfall on Sunday. Currently 150 km offshore, the cyclone is expected to intensify to a category three by late Sunday, posing risks of damaging winds and flash flooding in affected areas. Locals are urged to prepare for potential disruptions to water and power supplies. This cyclone follows a notably dry start to the year, with significant rainfall anticipated across much of Australia.
