Cyclone Jasper: Sylvia Jeffreys reveals bare supermarket shelves in Cairns as locals panic buy to ‘prepare for isolation’
Today show host Sylvia Jeffries is currently in Cairns reporting on Cyclone Jasper as it steams towards Australia.
And on Tuesday, the 37-year-old unveiled the bare shelves as panic shoppers packed up their trolleys after residents were warned to 'prepare to isolate'.
The presenter shared stories of empty shelves on Instagram as he walked through a supermarket.
Sylvia also posted a selfie while reporting on the storm, which is expected to make landfall as a Category 2 system.
She wore a black raincoat as she prepared to report live from Cyclone Jasper.
Today show host Sylvia Jeffries is currently in Cairns reporting on Cyclone Jasper as it steams towards Australia
“I stand ready to bring you live coverage from our team of reporters and authorities,” she wrote.
Cyclone Jasper continues to move towards the Queensland coast, most likely between Cape Flattery and Cardwell.
The Bureau of Meteorology said there was still a 'slim chance' of a severe Category 3 impact.
The storm is forecast to bring damaging winds and heavy rainfall that could lead to flash flooding – and now there are fears of a tidal wave.
The Cairns region has received a Watch and Act notice, warning residents to prepare to isolate before Tuesday afternoon.
The presenter shared a video on Instagram with stories of empty shelves as he walked through a supermarket
“Very strong winds and heavy rainfall from Tropical Cyclone Jasper may cause damage across the Cairns region,” the statement said.
'As a result, the roads may be closed for several days. Help may not reach you quickly if the roads are closed.'
The city of Port Douglas has also been identified as a potential 'red zone' in the event of significant tidal waves as a result of the cyclone.
Cyclone Jasper continues to move towards the Queensland coast, most likely between Cape Flattery and Cardwell