Satellite imagery shows #HurricaneMelissa's growth from its formation on October 21 to a Category 5 hurricane through October 27, 2025. | The Weather Network

BREAKING: Hurricane Melissa has strengthened with winds now at 180 mph and a central pressure drop to 896 mb. The storm is one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record as it nears Jamaica's southern coast. This is an extremely dangerous, life-threatening situation. Watch: | The Weather Channel

Be prepared for wet weather and potential severe storms this week, as forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology. If your area is prone to flooding, pick up sandbags 24 hours a day from one of our depots! 💧 Head to these locations to #BePrepared: 📍 Darra - South Depot, 38 Shamrock Rd 📍 Lota - Lota Depot, 58 Herbert St 📍 Morningside - Balmoral Depot, 9 Redfern St 📍 Newmarket - SES Depot, 66 Wilston Rd 📍 Zillmere - North Depot, 33 Jennings St. | Brisbane City Council