FLOODING IS POSSIBLE IN THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM SATURDAY A tropical low is forecast to move into the Top End and deepen during the weekend, then track westwards across the Timor Sea from Sunday or early next week. This could bring widespread falls, some possibly heavy in parts of the Flood Watch area. Catchments are moderately wet in the Flood Watch area. 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.
- 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 https://www.securent.nt.gov.au.
* 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.
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING may develop about western parts of the Top End, including the Tiwi Islands and Coburg Peninsula, during Saturday. 6-hourly totals of 30 to 70mm are likely, with isolated falls in excess of 140 mm possible. 24-hourly totals of 30 to 100mm are likely, with isolated falls of 200mm possible. There is large uncertainty with where and when this rainfall will develop, with the onset possibly as early as Saturday morning in some areas. Rainfall may persist into Sunday and Monday, most likely for coastal areas.
Warning areas and rainfall rates are highly dependent upon the development and movement of Tropical Low 16U. Residents of the Top End should monitor forecasts for updates.
Flood watches are currently in place for the Western Top End Rivers. Please refer to [https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts](https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts)
Locations which may be affected include Darwin, Palmerston, Wadeye, Wurrumiyanga, Nauiyu and Batchelor.HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING may develop about western parts of the Top End, including the Tiwi Islands and Coburg Peninsula, during Saturday. 6-hourly totals of 30 to 70mm are likely, with isolated falls in excess of 140 mm possible. 24-hourly totals of 30 to 100mm are likely, with isolated falls of 200mm possible. There is large uncertainty with where and when this rainfall will develop, with the onset possibly as early as Saturday morning in some areas. Rainfall may persist into Sunday and Monday, most likely for coastal areas. Warning areas and rainfall rates are highly dependent upon the development and movement of Tropical Low 16U. Residents of the Top End should monitor forecasts for updates. Flood watches are currently in place for the Western Top End Rivers. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts Locations which may be affected include Darwin, Palmerston, Wadeye, Wurrumiyanga, Nauiyu and Batchelor.
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
- secure loose outside objects and seek shelter when conditions deteriorate
- pull over if it is raining heavily and you cannot see, park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears
- avoid driving into water of unknown depth and current
- create your own sandbags if there is flooding, by using pillow cases or shopping bags filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home
- stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways
- ensure pets and animals are safe
- be prepared in case of power outages, have an emergency kit with a radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit
- for emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones, contact the NTES on 132 500. For more safety tips visit https://www.securent.nt.gov.au
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should: * secure loose outside objects and seek shelter when conditions deteriorate * pull over if it is raining heavily and you cannot see, park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears * avoid driving into water of unknown depth and current * create your own sandbags if there is flooding, by using pillow cases or shopping bags filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home * stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways * ensure pets and animals are safe * be prepared in case of power outages, have an emergency kit with a radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit * for emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones, contact the NTES on 132 500. For more safety tips visit www.securent.nt.gov.au
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