Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 11:32 am ACST on Wednesday 4 February 2026

Flood Watch Number: 6

RIVER LEVEL RISES AND FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA

A tropical low over the Gregory District is expected to move westwards and into Western Australia by Wednesday evening, and extend a trough through the base of the Top End. A broad area of low pressure persists over most of the Territory for the rest of the week, maintaining showers and thunderstorms, with the risk of localised heavy falls.

Catchments are moderately wet to saturated 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:
Upper Victoria River

Victoria River below Kalkarindji

Katherine River
(minor flood warning current for Nitmiluk Centre)

Waterhouse River

Sturt Creek District

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

Barkly
(rainfall expected in northern parts of the district)

Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s) : Katherine and Daly

Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Fitzmaurice, Moyle, Finniss and Upper Adelaide

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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