Britons travelling to Australia have been warned about Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which is forecast to hit parts of the country this week.
The cyclone is expected to bring adverse weather to eastern parts of Australia from Wednesday, March 5.
Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales are all expected to be hit.
Residents and visitors in the path of Tropical Cyclone Alfred should prepare for potential emergency situations.
The FCDO said: "The cyclone season normally runs from November to April. This could result in localised flash flooding and severe coastal hazards which could lead to transport disruption and power outages."
The FCDO advised to monitor the weather updates and follow the advice of the following local authorities:
Australian authorities have also advised there is an increased risk of bushfires for large areas of the country throughout the summer.
The FCDO said: "Be aware of the risks and follow the advice of local states and territories on what you should do to prepare for and how to respond to any emergency.
"Australia regularly battles devastating bushfires. Previous fires resulted in the loss of lives and property, with many residents and visitors advised to evacuate.
"Australian authorities have a range of online information and apps to help citizens and visitors keep track of weather and bushfire warnings. You should consider downloading weather and emergency information apps from the Australian or State governments."
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The incidents have occurred in major Turkish cities including Ankara and Istanbul.
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The cyclone is expected to bring adverse weather to eastern parts of Australia from Wednesday, March 5.
Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales are all expected to be hit.
Residents and visitors in the path of Tropical Cyclone Alfred should prepare for potential emergency situations.
The FCDO said: "The cyclone season normally runs from November to April. This could result in localised flash flooding and severe coastal hazards which could lead to transport disruption and power outages."
The FCDO advised to monitor the weather updates and follow the advice of the following local authorities:
- Australian Bureau of Meteorology
- Get Ready Queensland
- Disaster Management Queensland
- New South Wales State Emergency Services
- Brisbane City Council Tropical Cyclone Alfred
- Gold Coast City Council Dashboard Alerts
- Sunshine Coast Council Disaster Hub
Australian authorities have also advised there is an increased risk of bushfires for large areas of the country throughout the summer.
The FCDO said: "Be aware of the risks and follow the advice of local states and territories on what you should do to prepare for and how to respond to any emergency.
"Australia regularly battles devastating bushfires. Previous fires resulted in the loss of lives and property, with many residents and visitors advised to evacuate.
"Australian authorities have a range of online information and apps to help citizens and visitors keep track of weather and bushfire warnings. You should consider downloading weather and emergency information apps from the Australian or State governments."
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The incidents have occurred in major Turkish cities including Ankara and Istanbul.
The FCDO refreshed its guidance following incidents where people have fallen "seriously ill" or died after consuming counterfeit drinks.
Travellers were urged to take specific precautions when purchasing alcoholic beverages in the country.
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