THE GHOSTS OF CYCLONE INGRID - 2005

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Hi

The short video below the photo shows the lasting effects of the Cyclone Ingrid, a category 5 cyclone that hit Croker Island in 2005 - 18 years ago.

Blessings Bryan





 

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