Tropical cyclone
Tropical cyclones are low-pressure systems that form over warm, tropical waters. Learn about how they form, where they occur, how they are named, and the impacts experienced.
Know your weather. Know your risk.
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Floods
Flooding is among Australia's most deadly natural disasters. What causes floods and how will you know if there's one on the way?
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Heatwave
Heatwaves have cost more lives than any other natural hazard in Australia. Learn what defines a heatwave, how to prepare and how to know when one is on the way.
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Severe thunderstorm
Severe thunderstorms can produce damaging wind gusts, large hail, tornadoes and heavy rain which may cause flash flooding. Learn about their characteristics, impact, and when and where they're most likely to occur.
Severe weather can develop quickly and threaten lives and property. You can reduce its impact by taking time to get ready before it happens. Build your severe weather knowledge to be better prepared when hazardous weather looms.
Bushfire
Bushfire
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Flood
Flood
Find out more about floods
Heatwave
Heatwave
Find out more about heatwaves
Severe thunderstorm
Severe thunderstorm
Find out more about severe thunderstorms
Tropical cyclone
Tropical cyclone
Find out more about tropical cyclones
