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Cyclone Debbie: Deadly storm batters Australia
Source: BBC
A powerful cyclone has pummelled the north-east Australian coast, causing major damage, torrential rain and power cuts to tens of thousands of homes.
Cyclone Debbie made landfall between Bowen and Airlie Beach in Queensland as a category four storm, whipping gusts of up to 263km/h (163mph).
It is moving inland as a category two but could cause damage for hours yet. One serious injury has been reported.
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said he was aware of one death so far.
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Read more: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-39409693