Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Flood Watch for parts of South Australia
Issued at 1:30 pm ACDT on Monday 2 March 2026

Flood Watch Number: 11

FLOODING CONTINUING IN PARTS OF NORTH-EASTERN, EASTERN AND CENTRAL CATCHMENTS

Rainfall has largely eased across the Flood Watch area, with no further rainfall of significance expected over the next few days. However, flood impacts are likely to continue across the Flood Watch area well into this week.

The highest rainfall totals over the past week have been observed over the Pastoral districts, with the highest falls over the last 24 hours to early afternoon Monday recorded over far eastern parts of the state.

Localised flooding and overland inundation are occurring across parts of the Flood Watch area and are likely to continue well into this week. Many bitumen and dirt outback roads are currently impacted by flooding, resulting in the isolation of some communities. The majority of major roads in the region are closed. Check road conditions before travelling.

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

Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Limestone and Millicent Coast, Murray in South Australia, Angas and Bremer, Fleurieu Peninsula, Onkaparinga, Torrens and metropolitan, Gawler, Light and Wakefield and Broughton

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.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.

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