Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Daly River
Issued at 09:32 AM ACST on Sunday 29 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 38

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
The river level along the Daly River at Daly River Police Station fell below the major flood level early Sunday morning. The river level is likely to continue falling during the next week, however the arrival of floodwater from the Katherine River is likely to prolong the recession.
Isolated showers and storms are possible across parts of the Daly River catchment over the next few days but are not expected to worsen the current flood situation.

Daly River above Douglas River:
River levels are elevated along the Daly River.
Lower Daly River:
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Lower Daly River.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 13.96 m and falling slowly, with moderate flooding, and is likely to continue falling slowly.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (13.10 m) through to the middle of next week.

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 Monday 30 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,18.54,falling,8:45 am Sun 29/03/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,2.62,steady,9:00 am Sun 29/03/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,16.70,steady,8:45 am Sun 29/03/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,13.96,falling,8:45 am Sun 29/03/26

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.