Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Katherine River
Issued at 09:23 PM ACST on Monday 23 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 49

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT NITMILUK CENTRE FROM TUESDAY MORNING
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT KATHERINE BRIDGE FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
Moderate to heavy rainfall associated with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has been observed across the Katherine River catchment since Sunday morning. Further showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days.
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre from Monday afternoon, where the river levels may reach around the major flood level from Tuesday morning, as upstream flows continue to arrive. Downstream along the Katherine River at Katherine Bridge, minor flooding is likely from Tuesday morning, with further rises to moderate flooding possible from Tuesday afternoon.
This situation will be closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Katherine River Gorge Road:
Moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is possible along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre. Upstream at Birdie Creek, river levels are continuing to rise.
The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is currently at 5.94 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre may reach around the major flood level (6.50 m) from Tuesday morning, as upstream flows continue to arrive.

Katherine Town:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Katherine River at Katherine Town.
The Katherine River at Katherine Bridge is currently at 14.73 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Katherine River at Katherine Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (16.00 m) from Tuesday morning. The river may reach around the moderate flood level (16.50 m) from Tuesday afternoon, as upstream flows continue to 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 03:30 AM ACST on Tuesday 24 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Katherine River near Birdie Creek,6.79,rising,8:50 pm Mon 23/03/26
Seventeen Mile Creek at Waterfall View,2.97,falling,9:15 pm Mon 23/03/26
Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre,5.94,rising,9:11 pm Mon 23/03/26
Katherine River at Katherine Bridge,14.73,rising,9:11 pm Mon 23/03/26

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 Roper And Waterhouse Rivers
Issued at 04:24 PM ACST on Monday 23 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 10

BESWICK BRIDGE LIKELY TO PEAK AROUND MAJOR OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Recent moderate to heavy rainfall associated with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has caused river level rises and flooding across the Waterhouse River and Roper River catchments. Further showers and thunderstorms are possible over the next few days but widespread significant rainfall is not expected.
Moderate flood levels are continuing to rise at Beswick Bridge, with a peak around the major flood level (8.70 m) likely overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The situation is being closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch remains in place for parts of the Top End.

Waterhouse River:
Moderate flooding is rising along the Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge.
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently at 8.58 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is likely to peak around the major flood level (8.70 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday.

Roper River below Elsey Creek:
River levels remain 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 11:00 AM ACST on Tuesday 24 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Waterhouse River at Diljin Hill (Downstream),6.31,falling,3:45 pm Mon 23/03/26
Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge,8.58,rising,4:15 pm Mon 23/03/26

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 12:08 PM ACST on Monday 23 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 5
MODERATE TO MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING ACROSS PARTS OF THE TOP END
ONGOING FLOOD IMPACTS LIKELY TO CONTINUE ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS

Catchments likely to be affected include:
East Kimberley Rivers
Victoria River below Kalkarindji
Fitzmaurice River
Moyle River
Katherine River
Daly River above Douglas River
Lower Daly River
Finniss River
Tiwi Islands
Upper Adelaide River
Adelaide River below Adelaide River Town
Mary River
Wildman River
South Alligator River
East Alligator River
Goomadeer River
Liverpool River
Blyth River
Goyder River
Buckingham River
Koolatong River
Walker River
Waterhouse River
Roper River
Groote Eylandt

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchment(s): Katherine, Daly above Douglas, Lower Daly, Upper Adelaide, Lower Adelaide, Waterhouse and Roper
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): East Kimberley, Victoria below Kalkarindji and Groote Eylandt

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 Tuesday 24 March 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Daly River
Issued at 10:12 AM ACST on Monday 23 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 32

RENEWED RIVER RISES AND PROLONGED MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
Moderate to heavy rainfall associated with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has been observed across the Daly River catchment since Sunday morning. Prolonged major flooding is continuing along the Daly River at Daly River Police Station, with river levels expected to remain above the major flood level for the remainder of March. While recent rainfall has caused renewed rises in river levels, they are expected to remain well below levels recorded earlier in March.
The situation will be closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End including the Daly River catchment. A Severe Weather Warning is also current for parts of the Northern Territory.

Daly River above Douglas River:
River levels are elevated along the Daly River above Douglas River.
Fergusson River:
River levels are elevated along the Fergusson River.
Lower Daly River:
Prolonged major flooding is continuing along the Daly River with renewed rises occurring.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 14.39 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is expected to remain above the major flood level (14.00 m) for the remainder of March.

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 11:30 AM ACST on Tuesday 24 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,19.95,rising,9:30 am Mon 23/03/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,9.90,rising,10:00 am Mon 23/03/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,17.40,steady,9:45 am Mon 23/03/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,14.39,steady,8:45 am Mon 23/03/26

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.