Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Daly River
Issued at 04:46 PM ACST on Wednesday 11 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 17

SIGNIFICANT AND PROLONGED MAJOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
Significant major flooding above the 1957 flood level is occurring along the Daly River at Daly River Police Station, with river levels continuing to rise as upstream floodwaters arrive.
Upstream, the main flood peak along the Daly River has passed through Theyona station and is now estimated to be around Beeboom Crossing. As this peak travels downstream, an extended peak and a prolonged period of major flooding are expected at Daly River Police Station during the weekend and into the next week.
Further rainfall is possible over the next few days, which may cause further river rises. The situation is being closely monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Moderate Flood Warning is current for the Katherine River, and a Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Lower Daly River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Daly River.
As at 1:15 pm Wednesday afternoon, The Daly River at Daly River Police Station was at 15.39 m and rising, with major flooding above the 1957 flood level (15.20 m).
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station may reach 15.70 m Thursday afternoon, with major flooding. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.securent.nt.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 PM ACST on Thursday 12 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,23.94,steady,3:00 pm Wed 11/03/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,6.52,steady,4:30 pm Wed 11/03/26
Daly River at Beeboom Crossing,18.06,rising,11:30 pm Mon 09/03/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,18.18,rising,11:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,15.39,steady,1:15 pm Wed 11/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Top End
Issued at 12:23 PM ACST on Wednesday 11 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 14
FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FLOOD WATCH AREA WITH FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Upper Victoria River
Victoria River below Kalkarindji
Fitzmaurice River
Moyle River
Katherine River
Daly River above Douglas River
Lower Daly River
Finniss River
Upper Adelaide River
Adelaide River below Adelaide River Town
Mary River
Waterhouse River
Roper River

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.securent.nt.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM ACST on Thursday 12 March 2026.