Because it is the largest cyclone in austrlia
Cyclone Tracy struck Darwin, Australia, on December 24, 1974, and was a single cyclone event, although it had devastating effects. It was not a recurring storm but rather a specific weather phenomenon that lasted for approximately 14 hours. Tracy caused widespread destruction, leading to significant loss of life and property. The cyclone is remembered as one of the most destructive in Australian history.
No. There is no Category 6. Tracy was a category 4 on the Australian scale.
Darwin, in the Northern Territory.
Cyclone Tracy, which struck Darwin, Australia, on December 24-25, 1974, resulted in 71 confirmed deaths. The cyclone caused widespread devastation, destroying over 70% of the city's buildings and leaving thousands homeless. Its impact led to significant changes in building codes and disaster response planning in Australia. The event is remembered as one of the most destructive cyclones in Australian history.
Yes, Cyclone Tracy was a tropical cyclone.
Bill Bunbury has written: 'Caught in Time' 'Cyclone Tracy' -- subject(s): Cyclone Tracy, 1974, Cyclones, History
The damage bill in 1974 Australian dollars was $800 million.
Cyclone Tracy began affecting Darwin, Australia, on December 24, 1974, with its peak intensity occurring around Christmas Day. The cyclone officially finished its impact on December 26, 1974, when it dissipated. The storm caused widespread destruction and remains one of the most devastating cyclones in Australian history.
Cyclone Tracy was predicted to make landfall in the Northern Territory of Australia, specifically impacting the city of Darwin. The cyclone formed in December 1974 and was expected to bring severe weather to the region. Its actual landfall on Christmas Day caused widespread destruction, making it one of the most devastating cyclones in Australian history.
Cyclone Selma came before Cyclone Tracy.
No. Cyclone Tracy was an a very intense but abnormally small cyclone.
The damage bill following Cyclone Tracy was $800 million (Australian dollars). That was in 1974 figures, so would translate to much higher figures now.