An EMERGENCY ALERT has been issued at 2.14pm Wednesday, 18 March 2026 by the Cook Local Disaster Management Group.

This is a Cyclone Watch and Act warning for COEN and PORT STEWART.

COEN and PORT STEWART are likely to be affected by Tropical Cyclone Narelle and residents should PREPARE NOW. Destructive wind likely from Thursday, 19 March 2026. Secure belongings, warn others and plan a safe shelter.

Listen to local radio or www.bom.gov.au or www.disaster.cook.qld.gov.au 

For cyclone damage assistance, contact the State Emergency Service 132 500.

For assistance with a life-threatening situation phone Triple Zero (000) immediately.

For assistance with non-life-threatening situations — such as help with a damaged roof or storm damage — phone SES on 132 500.

Keep up to date with the latest weather advice at Queensland Warnings Summary (bom.gov.au).

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