Tropical Cyclone Tatiana poses no threat to the Queensland coast

11/02/2016

The Bureau of Meteorology is monitoring the development of Tropical Cyclone Tatiana, a Category 1 system, approximately 1000km east-northeast of Mackay, in the Coral Sea.

Tropical Cyclone Tatiana is expected to continue moving slowly in a generally southeasterly track through the remainder of today (Thursday) and into Friday. The system is forecast to remain well away from the Queensland coast, and is not expected to have a significant impact on Queensland's weather. Mariners should refer to the Bureau's coastal waters and high seas forecasts.

The Bureau’s Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre in Brisbane will continue to monitor the situation closely, providing regular warning updates to local emergency services (QFES), and keeping the community informed through regular media and social media channels.

The Bureau is using Twitter to disseminate weather information for the community. Follow us @BOM_QLD. This tropical cyclone season we’re using hashtags starting #Cyclone, e.g. #CycloneTatiana.

For the latest Tropical Cyclone Warning information go to: www.bom.gov.au/cyclone

To view the satellite loop: satview.bom.gov.au

The Bureau's website remains the most up-to-date and comprehensive official source of information.