Cyclone Maila downgraded from category five — why is the storm weakening? What's the trajectory? Check latest updates

What Happened

Cyclone Maila weakened from category five to category three as it moved slowly across the Solomon Sea between Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands. Maximum wind speeds dropped to 140 kmph. Environmental conditions including easterly wind shear and cooled ocean temperatures from upwelling caused the degradation. The storm is expected to approach Australia's Queensland coast early next week, potentially impacting Cape York Peninsula from Monday onwards.

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