Storm warning for life-threatening flash floods as Australians ordered to evacuate
Tropical Cyclone Alfred has been downgraded but more than 250,00 homes and businesses have already lost power in Queensland and New South Wales, while at least 39 people have been rescued from flood waters.
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A house was hit by a fallen tree ahead of Tropical Cyclone Alfred's landfall. Pic: Reuters
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Australia's Bureau of Meteorology has estimated the track of the storm
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Satellite image shows three cyclones, including Alfred on the left. Pic: AP
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Anthony Albanese at the National Situation Room in Canberra, Australia. Pic: AP
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