Flood Watch & Act - Daly River - Avoid Flooded Area 13 February
• You may become isolated
• Property damage and destruction
• Livestock, and other animals and pets may become isolated
• Fast flowing flood water can contain objects that may injure or trap you
• Flood water may contain toxic waste, chemicals and dangerous animals
ACTION STATEMENTS:
• Enact your household emergency plan now
• Do not enter flood water
• Stay informed by following SecureNT on Facebook or listen to ABC Local Radio
• Monitor conditions via www.bom.gov.au/nt/warnings
• For emergency service in floods, storms or cyclones call 132 500
• In a life-threatening situation call 000
• Take extra care on the roads, visit https://roadreport.nt.gov.au for latest road conditions
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:
MAJOR FLOODING CONTINUES AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
The main flood peak along the Daly River is now below the Daly River Police Station, where major flooding continues. In the upper catchment, river levels remain elevated along the Douglas and Katherine Rivers but are generally falling.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days, which may cause renewed river level rises and prolonged flooding. This situation is being closely monitored, and this warning will be updated as necessary.
Daly River above Douglas River:
River levels have peaked but remain elevated along the Daly River and tributaries upstream of the Douglas River, including at Dorisvale Crossing.
Lower Daly River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Daly River at Daly River Police Station, with elevated river levels upstream at Beeboom Crossing, Gourley and Mount Nancar.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 14.05 m and falling slowly, with major flooding. The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is likely to fall below the major flood level (14.00 m) Friday afternoon. The river is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (13.10 m) through to Thursday next week.
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 [http://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 warning will be issued by 11:00 AM ACST on Saturday 14 February 2026.
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