Annie in wonderland

Cyclones are no joke, but sometimes a little humour can help lighten the mood while you hunker down. If you're in the path of Cyclone Alfred (or any big storm), you might be thinking of ways to pass the time while staying safe. So, why not create the most inappropriate cyclone playlist ever? Here are some songs you probably shouldn’t blast during a storm—along with some real tips for staying safe and managing anxiety. The Ultimate Cyclone Soundtrack (That You Shouldn’t Actually Play) For the Adults: "Rock You Like a Hurricane" – Scorpions (Way too on the nose.) "Blowin’ in the Wind" – Bob Dylan (We get it, Bob. We really do.) "Umbrella" – Rihanna (Not going to help much in cyclone-force winds.) "Here Comes the Rain Again" – Eurythmics (And again… and again.) "Riders on the Storm" – The Doors (We’d rather not, thanks.) "I Can’t Stand the Rain" – Tina Turner (Relatable.) "Thunderstruck" – AC/DC (If you hear...

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