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flag 2023 northwestern Australia flooding in Fitzroy Crossing linked to tropical cyclones and atmospheric waves influencing rainfall patterns.

flag In 2023, extreme rainfall in northwestern Australia caused severe flooding in Fitzroy Crossing, driven by tropical cyclones and atmospheric waves like Kelvin and equatorial Rossby waves. flag Research published in the Journal of Climate indicates these waves significantly influence rainfall patterns in summer and autumn, increasing heavy rain likelihood. flag Understanding these waves could enhance weather forecasts and may lead to more intense rainfall events as global temperatures rise.

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