Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Daly River
Issued at 05:09 PM ACST on Thursday 12 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 19

SIGNIFICANT AND PROLONGED MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
RIVER LEVELS NEAR 1998 FLOOD EVENT POSSIBLE
Significant major flooding is occurring along the Daly River at the Daly River Police Station. River levels close to the 1998 flood level (approximately 16.30 m) are possible at Daly River Police Station in the next few days. Significant major flooding will continue for a prolonged period.
Moderate rainfall is forecast over the next few days. The situation is being closely monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Minor Flood Warning is current for the Katherine River, and a Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, Central and Western Inland Areas.

Lower Daly River:
Significant major flooding is occurring along the Daly River.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 15.81 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station may exceed 16.20 m during Friday, close to the 1998 flood level.

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 Friday 13 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,24.04,steady,4:15 pm Thu 12/03/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,5.30,falling,5:00 pm Thu 12/03/26
Daly River at Beeboom Crossing,18.06,rising,11:30 pm Mon 09/03/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,19.15,steady,4:45 pm Thu 12/03/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,15.81,rising,3:45 pm Thu 12/03/26

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

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Victoria River
Issued at 12:59 PM ACST on Thursday 12 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT KALKARINDJI FRIDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast over the Victoria River catchment from Thursday afternoon. River level rises and minor flooding are possible along Victoria River at Kalkarindji from Friday morning with forecast rain.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Upper Victoria River:
Minor flooding is possible along Upper Victoria River at Kalkarindji.
The Victoria River at Kalkarindji is currently at 1.14 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Victoria River at Kalkarindji may exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) Friday morning with forecast rain.

Victoria River between Armstrong River and Wattie Creek:
River level rises are occurring along the Camfield River and the Victoria River between the Armstrong River and Wattie Creek.
Victoria River between Battle Creek and Armstrong River:
River level rise are occurring along the Victoria River between Battle Creek and the Armstrong River.
Victoria River below Battle Creek:
River level rises are occurring along the Victoria River downstream of Battle Creek. Further rises are expected at Victoria River Crossing over the next few days.

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 Friday 13 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Victoria River at Kalkarindji,1.14,steady,12:00 pm Thu 12/03/26
Wickham River at Williams Crossing,1.33,steady,11:45 pm Tue 10/03/26
Victoria River at Dashwood Crossing,5.87,falling,12:45 pm Thu 12/03/26
Victoria River at Victoria River Crossing,13.36,rising,11:45 am Thu 12/03/26

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, Central And Western Inland Areas
Issued at 12:17 PM ACST on Thursday 12 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 15
FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FLOOD WATCH AREA WITH FURTHER INLAND 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
Finniss River
Upper Adelaide River
Adelaide River below Adelaide River Town
Mary River
Waterhouse River
Roper River
Sturt Creek District
Western Desert
Central Desert
Tanami Desert

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 Friday 13 March 2026.