At least one 'severe' cyclone tipped to hit Queensland

Queenslanders are being told to prepare for a possible dangerous summer of storms, floods and fires. (Str/AAP PHOTOS)

Queenslanders are being warned at least one cyclone will make landfall this summer, but it may be more severe due to warmer water temperatures.

The high-risk weather season has begun in the Sunshine State, with bushfires spreading due to heavy rain in previous months providing plenty of fuel.