All Major Australian Iron Ore Ports Shut as Cyclone Approaches

All of Australia’s major iron ore ports have been shut as Tropical Cyclone Mitchell approaches the coast.

Operations at the ports of Ashburton, Cape Preston West, Dampier, Port Hedland, and Varanus Island were halted, while bulk carriers and other vessels were forced out to sea to avoid the encroaching storm, according to a notice from operator Pilbara Ports Authority. Cape Lambert has also been impacted, according to Rio Tinto Group.