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Cyclone Tracy was particularly destructive due to its intense winds, which reached up to 240 km/h (150 mph), and its sudden formation, which gave little time for preparation. Striking Darwin on Christmas Day in 1974, it caused widespread devastation, demolishing around 70% of the city's buildings and resulting in significant loss of life. The combination of its high wind speeds, the built environment's vulnerability, and the timing during a holiday period led to catastrophic impacts. Additionally, the lack of adequate warning systems contributed to the destruction and chaos.

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