Television and radio were limited to transmissions from Perth, and this proved difficult to access information about any available supplies in the town. People had difficulties purchasing food and supplies because supermarkets were closed or had no power and there was no fresh produce arriving. However, power was restored a few days after the cyclone hit.
Television and radio broadcasts were restricted to Perth, making it difficult to obtain information about available supplies in the town. People faced challenges purchasing food and supplies due to closed supermarkets or lack of power, with no fresh produce arriving. However, electricity was restored a few days after the cyclone hit.