10K views · 237 reactions | After Australia’s warmest and driest year on record, the start of 2020 could see two tropical cyclones affecting the country in the space of one week. | Weatherzone | Facebook

QUIZ: When does a tropical cyclone become classified as 'severe'? a) Category 1 – strongest gust 90-125 km/h b) Category 2 - strongest gust 125-164 km/h c) Category 3 – strongest gust 165-224 km/h d) Category 4 – strongest gust 225-279 km/h e) Category 5 – strongest gust more than 280 km/h. Our video explains how tropical cyclone severity is categorised, to help you better understand the hazards involved and the potential damage a cyclone can cause: http://ow.ly/oBcu30mlNWk | Bureau of Meteorolo

9.2K views · 79 reactions | October is Tropical Cyclone Awareness...

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