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Tropical Cyclone Fina is currently active in the Arafura Sea, as of Thursday morning Australian Central Time. Tropical cyclones in the Southern Hemisphere, which rotate clockwise, are the equivalent of hurricanes in the Atlantic. The cyclone season in this region runs from late October to May, with peak activity in late February and early March. Even weaker storms can cause significant inland flash flooding due to excessive rainfall. Satellite imagery is used to track storm intensity, with a symmetrical eye indicating a lack of weakening factors. These cyclones can impact eastern Africa, particularly Madagascar, as well as the coasts of Australia and surrounding islands.

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Tropical Cyclone Fina Brews in Arafura Sea, Threatening Flash Floods

Arafura Sea – Tropical Cyclone Fina is churning in the Arafura Sea as of Thursday morning Australian Central Time, according to the Joint Typhoon Warning Center. The storm poses a risk of flash flooding, even well inland, due to potentially heavy rainfall.

Authorities are monitoring the storm’s intensity using satellite imagery. A well-defined, symmetrical eye indicates the storm is currently not encountering conditions that would weaken it.

The Southern Hemisphere cyclone season, which runs from late October to May, typically sees peak activity in late February and early March. While only about a quarter of the world’s tropical cyclones form in this hemisphere, they can be devastating, impacting eastern Africa (especially Madagascar), and the coasts of Australia and nearby island nations.

“Even weaker storms in this region can produce excessive rainfall capable of triggering significant flash floods in low-lying areas,” experts warn.

Unlike hurricanes in the Atlantic, cyclones in the Southern Hemisphere rotate clockwise. When these storms reach sustained winds of 74 mph or greater, they are considered the equivalent of hurricanes.

Residents in vulnerable areas are advised to stay informed and monitor weather updates from the National Weather Service and other official sources.

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