Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Daly River
Issued at 10:28 AM ACST on Monday 09 February 2026
Flood Warning Number: 8

MAJOR FLOODING LIKELY ALONG THE DALY RIVER AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION FROM LATE MONDAY
Moderate flooding is occurring along the Daly River at the Police Station. Major flooding is likely from late Monday, with further rises expected as upstream flows arrive, and a peak near 14.10 m may occur during late Tuesday. The river level is expected to remain above the moderate flood level for the rest of the week and into the weekend.
River levels remain elevated in the Daly River above Douglas River and in the Katherine Rivers but are generally easing. Further downstream, river levels are rising along the Daly River with the main flood peak now approaching Gourley.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days. Widespread significant rainfall is not expected, however small additional river level rises are possible. The situation will continue to be closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.

Daly River above Douglas River:
River levels are elevated along the Daly River and tributaries upstream of the Douglas River, including at Dorisvale Crossing.
Lower Daly River:
Moderate flooding is rising slowly along the Daly River at Daly River Police Station, with elevated river levels upstream at Beeboom Crossing, Gourley and Mount Nancar.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 13.93 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is likely to reach the major flood level (14.00 m) from late Monday. A major flood peak near 14.10 m is possible during late Tuesday.

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 10:30 AM ACST on Tuesday 10 February 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,17.82,steady,9:45 am Mon 09/02/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,2.93,falling,10:00 am Mon 09/02/26
Daly River at Beeboom Crossing,16.30,falling,8:00 am Mon 09/02/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,16.57,steady,9:45 am Mon 09/02/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,13.94,steady,9:45 am Mon 09/02/26

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.