Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 10:50 am WST on Thursday 7 March 2024

Flood Watch Number: 6

ISOLATED FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA DURING THURSDAY AND INTO THE WEEKEND

Heavy rain with showers and thunderstorms is forecast across the Flood Watch area over the next few days.

Catchments in the Flood Watch area are becoming wetter with recent rainfall.

Rainfall totals of up to 110 mm were recorded across the Flood Watch area in the 24 hours to 9:00 am Thursday. River level rises have been observed at some locations within the Flood Watch area.

Widespread daily rainfall totals between 30 - 50 mm, with isolated totals up to about 90 mm are forecast for Thursday and Friday. Further rain is forecast during the weekend across the Flood Watch area with higher isolated daily rainfall totals possible during the weekend.

Significant river, creek, and stream rises are likely with heavy rainfall, with flooding and overland inundation possible across parts of the Flood Watch area.

Many roads, and possibly primary and 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

Fitzroy River

De Grey River

Fortescue River

Nullarbor District Rivers

Salt Lakes District Rivers

Sandy Desert

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