Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Waterhouse River And Flood Warning For The Roper River
Issued at 11:47 AM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 18

RIVER LEVEL AT BESWICK BRIDGE ARE LIKELY TO REMAIN NEAR MAJOR FLOOD LEVEL DURING TUESDAY
Heavy rainfall since Monday afternoon has caused river level rises along the Waterhouse River. Moderate flooding is occurring at Beswick Bridge and river level is likely to remain near major flood level during Tuesday.
Widespread heavy falls are unlikely, but isolated heavier falls remain possible for the next few days. The situation is being closely monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Waterhouse River:
Major flooding is likely along the Waterhouse River.
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently at 8.65 m and steady, near the major flood level (8.70 m).
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is likely to remain near the major flood level (8.70 m) during Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Roper River below Elsey Creek:
River levels are elevated throughout the Roper River catchment.

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 05:30 PM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Waterhouse River at Diljin Hill (Downstream),3.11,steady,10:30 am Tue 10/03/26
Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge,8.65,steady,11:15 am Tue 10/03/26

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 11:26 AM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 13
FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FLOOD WATCH AREA WITH FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE

Catchments likely to be affected include:
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 Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Katherine River
Issued at 04:37 AM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 26

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT KATHERINE BRIDGE AND NITMILUK CENTRE, WITH RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
Minor flooding is occurring along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre where renewed river level rises are occurring. The river level may reach around the moderate flood level Tuesday afternoon. Further downstream at Katherine Bridge, minor flooding is occurring and renewed moderate flooding is possible Tuesday evening.
Widespread heavy falls are unlikely, but isolated heavier falls remain possible for the next few days. The situation is being closely monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Katherine River Gorge Road:
Moderate flooding is possible at Katherine River Gorge Road.
The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is currently at 4.88 m and steady, with minor flooding.
The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre may reach around the moderate flood level (5.50 m) Tuesday afternoon.

Katherine Town:
Minor flooding is occurring at Katherine Town.
The Katherine River at Katherine Bridge is currently at 16.17 m and falling, with minor flooding.
Renewed river level rises are possible at Katherine Bridge where the river level may reach around the moderate flood level (16.50 m) Tuesday evening.

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 03:00 PM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Katherine River near Birdie Creek,5.04,steady,3:40 am Tue 10/03/26
Seventeen Mile Creek at Waterfall View,3.69,falling,4:15 am Tue 10/03/26
Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre,4.88,steady,4:10 am Tue 10/03/26
Katherine River at Katherine Bridge,16.17,falling,4:26 am Tue 10/03/26

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, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Daly River
Issued at 01:14 AM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 14

SIGNIFICANT AND PROLONGED MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
Significant major flooding is occurring along the Daly River at Daly River Police Station, where the river level is expected to reach 15.30 m overnight Tuesday into Wednesday (above the 1957 flood levels), with further rises likely. An extended peak and significant period of major flooding can be expected through the weekend and into the following week.
The river level at Dorisvale Crossing is currently falling slowly following a peak of 24.39 m recorded at 08:30 am on Sunday.
Further rainfall is possible over the next few days, which may exacerbate river levels. 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.

Daly River above Douglas River:
River levels are elevated along the upper Daly River, and flooding is expected to continue for at least the next few days.
Fergusson River:
River levels are elevated along the Fergusson River and tributaries.
Lower Daly River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Daly River.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 14.97 m and steady, with major flooding. This is already above the February 2026 flood level.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is expected to reach around 15.30 m overnight Tuesday into Wednesday with major flooding, higher than the 1957 flood levels of 15.19 metres. Further rises are likely 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 03:00 PM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,24.05,steady,12:30 am Tue 10/03/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,6.14,falling,1:00 am Tue 10/03/26
Daly River at Beeboom Crossing,18.06,rising,11:30 pm Mon 09/03/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,17.97,steady,8:45 pm Mon 09/03/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,14.97,steady,8:45 pm Mon 09/03/26

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.