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

Satellite imagery captured an incredible view of a "bomb cyclone" strengthening and approaching the West Coast on Tuesday. | The Weather Channel

When a tropical cyclone is forecast to impact coastal communities within the next 48 hours, the Bureau of Meteorology issues a tropical cyclone forecast track map. The track map shows important information about the cyclone's forecast movements, intensity, and its potential areas of impact, to help you prepare. Watch the video below to learn more. For the latest tropical cyclone warnings and the Tropical cyclone 7 day forecast go to http://www.bom.gov.au/cyclone/ | Bureau of Meteorology

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