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Australia faces major flooding risks as ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper causes severe flooding in north Queensland, urging residents to evacuate to higher ground. Cairns, a popular tourist hub, is under threat of life-threatening flash flooding, potentially surpassing a 1971 record flood peak of 4.1m.
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How do climate change and El Nino influence the geographical patterns of flooding and extreme weather events in Australia?
How does the frequency of severe flooding events impact tourism and local economies in affected areas?
What measures can be taken to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events associated with El Nino?
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