Weather Warning

IDD20595

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Australia

Initial Flood Watch for parts of the Bonaparte and North West Coastal Rivers catchments

Issued at 1:52 PM ACST on Saturday 28 Feb 2026.

FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF THE BONAPARTE AND NORTH WEST COASTAL RIVERS FROM SUNDAY

Catchments likely to be affected include:

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

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.

Next Issue

The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:30 PM ACST on Sunday 01 March 2026.