Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 10:57 am AWST on Saturday 7 February 2026

Flood Watch Number: 6

FLOODING MAY DEVELOP ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA OVER THE WEEKEND AND INTO MONDAY

Tropical Cyclone Mitchell is currently located offshore, moving parallel to the Pilbara coast. It is expected to maintain this trajectory through late Sunday, with the potential to make landfall in the western Pilbara between Sunday night and Monday. This system is expected to bring widespread rainfall, with heavy falls possible along the Pilbara coast from late Saturday into Sunday, and extending into the western Gascoyne-Murchison from Sunday into Monday. Uncertainties remain regarding the movement of the tropical cyclone and the exact areas that will receive the heaviest 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:

Yarra Yarra Lakes District

Greenough River

Murchison River

Wooramel River

Gascoyne River

Lyndon-Minilya Rivers

Ashburton River

Onslow Coast

Fortescue River

Pilbara Coastal Rivers

Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Fitzroy and West Kimberley

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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