Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of The Top End, Central, Western And Eastern Inland Areas
Issued at 11:07 AM ACST on Sunday 15 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 19
FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FLOOD WATCH AREA WITH FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE

Catchments likely to be affected include:
East Kimberley Rivers
Upper Victoria River
Victoria River below Kalkarindji
Fitzmaurice River
Moyle River
Katherine River
Daly River above Douglas River
Lower Daly River
Waterhouse River
Roper River
Finke River and Stephenson Creek
MacDonnell Ranges
Simpson Desert
Sturt Creek District
Western Desert
Central Desert
Tanami Desert
Barkly

Further flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Waterhouse and Barkly

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 Monday 16 March 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Victoria River
Issued at 11:21 AM ACST on Saturday 14 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT KALKARINDJI OVERNIGHT SATURDAY INTO SUNDAY
River levels are rising across the Victoria River catchment on Saturday in response to recent rainfall. Minor flooding is possible in the upper Victoria River at Kalkarindgji.
Possible heavy falls with thunderstorms are forecast over the coming days and may lead to further river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, Central and Western Inland Areas

Upper Victoria River:
River levels are elevated along the upper Victoria River and further rises are possible.
The Victoria River at Kalkarindji is currently at 6.22 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Victoria River at Kalkarindji may exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Victoria River between Armstrong River and Wattie Creek:
River levels are elevated along the Camfield River and the Victoria River between the Armstrong River and Wattie Creek.
Victoria River between Battle Creek and Armstrong River:
River levels are elevated along the Victoria River between Battle Creek and the Armstrong River.
Victoria River below Battle Creek:
River levels are elevated along the Victoria River downstream of Battle Creek.

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 12:00 PM ACST on Sunday 15 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Victoria River at Kalkarindji,6.22,rising,9:45 am Sat 14/03/26
Wickham River at Williams Crossing,1.33,steady,11:45 pm Tue 10/03/26
Victoria River at Dashwood Crossing,11.98,rising,10:45 am Sat 14/03/26
Victoria River at Victoria River Crossing,12.60,rising,10:45 am Sat 14/03/26

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.