Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 11:28 am AWST on Tuesday 3 February 2026

Flood Watch Number: 2

FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE TANAMI DESERT, STURT CREEK DISTRICT, EAST KIMBERLEY, NORTH KIMBERLEY, WEST KIMBERLEY AND THE FITZROY RIVER CATCHMENT FROM WEDNESDAY

A tropical low currently located in the Northern Territory is likely to move west from Wednesday into Western Australia, bringing widespread rainfall, with heavy falls possible in parts of the Flood Watch area. Uncertainties remain over the movement of the tropical low and the exact areas receiving the heaviest rainfall. Flooding is likely to develop from Wednesday.

Catchments are moderately wet in the Flood Watch area after recent rainfall.

River level rises, localised flooding, and overland inundation are possible in parts of the Flood Watch area, which may affect road access. Some communities may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Fitzroy River

West Kimberley Rivers

North Kimberley Rivers
(rainfall expected in the southern parts)

East Kimberley Rivers
(including the Ord Basin)

Sturt Creek District

Tanami Desert
(rainfall expected in northern parts of the Desert)

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.emergency.wa.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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