The National Weather Service (NWS) is keeping an eye on a natural weather phenomenon called a tropical depression that could form near Queensland, Australia. As a result, the Highlands Region will have severe rainfall over the next 24-48 hours, while Momase will see further rainfall throughout the weekend. Furthermore, strong or gusty winds will blow along the Papuan coastline from Western to Milne Bay Provinces. A tropical depression is a low-pressure system that develops into a tropical cyclone. During this time, rainfall is expected to increase, as will strong or gusty winds. The coastal waters of Western to Morobe Provinces, including the Coral Sea, are expected to be affected by strong winds, resulting in rough seas. Seamen and small vessel operators in these provinces must heed this caution before venturing out to sea. The National Disaster Centre (NDC), the office in charge of disasters and emergencies, is providing an early warning to the affected provinces, as well as neighboring provinces, to take precautionary measures during this period. The NDC will continue to work with NWS to offer additional information on this natural event until it subsides.