As at 11.38am on 13 April 2023, the Bureau of Metrology (BoM) advises Tropical Cyclone Ilsa is located approximately 245 kilometres north of Port Hedland and is moving in a south southwest direction.

The system is expected to reach category 5 intensity as it move towards the east Pilbara coast.

A severe impact will occur along the coast and adjacent inland parts to the east of Port Hedland and west of Wallal Downs, most likely between Pardoo Roadhouse and Wallal Downs, later tonight or early Friday morning.

As at 10.00am today, Pilbara Ports Authority has closed the Port of Port Hedland.

All berths and inner anchorages have been cleared.

All recreational vessel owners must safely secure their vessels for cyclonic conditions.
Source: Pilbara Ports Authority