Cyclone Ilsa wreaks havoc on Western Australia's coast.

Cyclone Ilsa, a category 5 storm, has set a new wind record as it hit Western Australia's coast with sustained wind speeds of 218 kph (135 mph) over a 10-minute period. The cyclone has caused significant damage to trees, buildings, power lines, and other infrastructure. Evacuation centers were opened for people brought in from remote communities at risk of being pummeled by the winds and cut off by debris and flooding. The area is home to the state's largest Aboriginal community, as well as cattle stations, mining sites, and tourist operators.