A massive cyclone off the west coast this evening with a stunning satellite display. #conquerthestorm | Conquer the Storm

We're over halfway through the tropical cyclone season and we've seen plenty of activity so far with 4 cyclones and 12 tropical lows 🌀 This weekend we're expecting another tropical low to develop in the Gulf of Carpentaria, with monsoonal rainfall increasing. The current probability of a cyclone forming is low however, as the system may move over land too quickly to intensify enough. However, at this stage there's still a high level of uncertainty, as systems in the Gulf are notorious for being

WATCH: our new 'Understanding tropical cyclone categories' video. A tropical cyclone’s effects vary depending on its intensity, so it’s important to understand the hazards involved and the potential damage a tropical cyclone can cause. More info: http://www.bom.gov.au/cyclone/about/ | Bureau of Meteorology