Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of South Australia
Issued at 01:42 PM ACDT on Tuesday 03 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 12
FLOODING CONTINUING ACROSS PARTS OF NORTH-EASTERN, EASTERN AND CENTRAL CATCHMENTS

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Danggali Rivers and Creeks
Flinders Ranges Rivers and Creeks
Warburton River
Cooper Creek
Lake Eyre
Lake Frome
Simpson Desert

Flood Watches are current for adjoining catchments in the Northern Territory and in New South Wales.

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.ses.sa.gov.au/incidents-and-warnings/incidents-and-warnings-map/.}
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 02:00 PM ACDT on Wednesday 04 March 2026.