Region 8 is now in the "cone of uncertainty" of tropical cyclone Beryl. While that may sound kind of dramatic, it may not be so bad. The wind threat goes down significantly as it moves inland. Even the rainfall next week doesn't appear to go over 2" in most spots, but we need to watch Beryl closely. Stay tuned. | Ryan Vaughan

WATCH: our new 'Understanding tropical cyclone categories' video. A tropical cyclone’s effects vary depending on its intensity, so it’s important to understand the hazards involved and the potential damage a tropical cyclone can cause. More info: http://www.bom.gov.au/cyclone/about/ | Bureau of Meteorology