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Oceans rising well above the high tide mark and a lingering cyclone sparking severe flooding are the major concerns for meteorologists as Cyclone Alfred nears the east coast of Australia.

The current location, trajectory, strength and likely impacts of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, illustrated by seven maps.

Millions of residents are being warned to prepare for days without power and minimal access to supplies as Cyclone Alfred ...

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