FIERCE, FAST AND FURIOUS - PRESS PLAY In February 1963 the fiercest cyclone ever recorded in Onslow WA hit at 146 miles per hour. Forewarned of the erratic North-West cyclone, Onslow streets were practically deserted by its 200 inhabitants. The West Australian at the time reporting that there was no panic and all precautions had been taken. After the wild winds subsided, the heavy rains continued. Onslow was cut off from food supplies and power. At least 20 buildings were severely damaged, inclu