Twin cyclones batter Australia

Two powerful cyclones have hit northern Australia, knocking out power to thousands, tearing roofs off houses and prompting coastal residents to flee their homes.

Twin cyclones batter Australia

Two powerful cyclones have hit northern Australia, knocking out power to thousands, tearing roofs off houses and prompting coastal residents to flee their homes.

The twin storms, dubbed the “cyclone sandwich” by locals, struck within hours of each other, 1,500 miles apart, amid warnings the violent winds and drenching rains could prove deadly.

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