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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Namita Singh

Sharks spotted in flooded canals as Australia grapples with Cyclone Alfred aftermath

People paddle a canoe down a street in South Lismore, New South Wales, on 10 March 2025 - (EPA)

Sharks have been sighted swimming through Gold Coast canals as Australia continued to struggle with heavy rain and flooding caused by Cyclone Alfred.

Authorities warned that the crisis was not over despite the cyclone weakening over the weekend. Thousands of people were still displaced as emergency workers began restoring power and clearing debris and officials urged caution amid rising water levels and ongoing health risks.

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