Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 11:16 am WST on Thursday 21 March 2024

Flood Watch Number: 1

ISOLATED FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM FRIDAY

The remnants of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Megan, currently over the Northern Territory, is forecast to move west into eastern parts of the Kimberley late on Thursday. The associated rain and thunderstorms are forecast to spread southwards through central Australia over the coming days. The heaviest rainfall is forecast for the Northern Territory, however heavy falls may extend across the Flood Watch area in Western Australia.

Catchments in the Flood Watch area are relatively wet following flooding over recent weeks.

Rain and storms with isolated heavy falls are forecast over the next few days. Widespread daily totals of 20-50 mm, with isolated totals in excess 70 mm are possible during the next few days across the Flood Watch area.

River, creek and stream rises are possible with heavy rainfall, with localised flooding and inundation possible across parts of the Flood Watch area.

Roads, and possibly secondary highways may be affected. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

East Kimberley Rivers
Sturt Creek District

This flood watch is available by dialling 1300 659 213. For more information on the Flood Watch Service visit http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml
Flood Safety Advice:

DFES advises people and communities to be aware that flooding is possible and be prepared to relocate equipment and livestock. Watch water levels. Travellers need to be aware that road conditions may be adversely affected and travel plans may need to be reconsidered. Do not drive into water of unknown depth and velocity.

Community information is available from DFES at www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

Current river levels are available from Department of Water and Environmental Regulation at www.water.wa.gov.au/maps-and-data/monitoring/river-level-monitoring

Rainfall and River Conditions Map