Weather Warning

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Northern Territory Final Flood Warning For The Katherine River Issued at 09:23 AM CST on Tuesday 18 February 2025 Flood Warning Number: 3 FLOODING HAS EASED AT THE NITMILUK CENTRE River levels are easing along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre. Rainfall totals up to 32 mm have been recorded in the Katherine River catchment in the 24 hours since 9:00 am Monday. Further rainfall is possible for the next few days across the Katherine River catchment. The situation is being monitored and warnings will be issued as required. Katherine River Gorge Road: No further flooding is expected in the Katherine River at Gorge Road. However river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall in the next few days. The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is currently at 2.30 metres and steady, below the minor flood level (3.00 m). The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.00 m) during Tuesday. Katherine River at Katherine Bridge: Cancellation Flood Safety Advice: The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should: Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways. Prepare for flooding and move away while safe to do so. Don't drive into floodwaters.} For emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones call 132 500. Emergency information is available at www.securent.nt.gov.au . The latest road conditions are available at www.roadreport.nt.gov.au . Next issue: This is a final warning, no further warnings will be issued for this event. Latest River Heights: Seventeen Mile Creek,1.89,Steady,08:45 AM TUE 18/02/25 Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre,2.30,Steady,08:49 AM TUE 18/02/25 Katherine River at Katherine Bridge,10.93,Steady,09:01 AM TUE 18/02/25 This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/nt/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/nt/forecasts.