Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Flood Watch for parts of the Top End
Issued at 12:21 pm ACST on Monday 9 March 2026

Flood Watch Number: 12

FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FLOOD WATCH AREA WITH FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE

A trough lies over the Top End with a weak circulation still located over the Arnhem district. As a result, moderate to heavy falls are expected across the flood watch area, with heaviest rain most likely falling across the North West Coastal Rivers. Isolated heavy falls are possible with thunderstorms over the Flood Watch area during the remainder of Monday and Tuesday.

Catchments in the Flood Watch area are saturated from recent rainfall which means that the moderate to heavy rain may produce renewed river level rises for some catchments or may prolong the current flooding.

Rainfall may cause further significant water level rises in rivers and creeks as well as prolonged overland flooding and ponding. Roads may become impassable. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Victoria River below Kalkarindji

Fitzmaurice River

Moyle River

Katherine River(Major flood warning current)

Daly River above Douglas River(Flood warning current)

Lower Daly River(Major flood warning current)

Finniss River

Upper Adelaide River

Adelaide River below Adelaide River Town

Mary River

Waterhouse River(Minor flood warning current)

Roper River(Flood warning current)

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

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.

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