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Queensland coal mines now threatened by massive cyclone

Mineweb | February 01, 2011 | 5:09 pm Energy Australia Coal 

Forecasters warn Cyclone Yasi, similar in size and strength to Hurricane Katrina, may sweep deep inland, generating winds of up to 280 kph. Coal mines and rail lines closed. Evacuations under way in three cities.

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