Flood Watch Issued for South Eastern Northern Territory and Central Desert Regions
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BOM issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a flood watch for the South Eastern inland Northern Territory as heavy rainfall continues to cause river rises and community isolation.
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- Record type
- Flood Watch
- Affected area
- South Eastern Northern Territory
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- BOM
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in South Eastern Northern Territory.
Alert Details
The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued Flood Watch Number 14 for the South Eastern inland areas of the Northern Territory. This alert serves as early advice for possible flooding within specified catchments due to a broad trough of low pressure and high tropical moisture.
Affected Areas
The following catchments and regions are likely to be affected:
- Georgina River and Eyre Creek
- Finke River and Stephenson Creek
- MacDonnell Ranges (eastern areas)
- Simpson Desert
- Central Desert
What You Should Do
Residents are advised not to drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous. Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and other waterways. It is critical to obey all road closure signs and plan ahead to avoid driving on flooded roads. Check road conditions before traveling, as many roads are currently impacted and some communities are isolated. For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 immediately.
Expected Conditions
A broad trough of low pressure is bringing high tropical moisture, resulting in a continued risk of heavy rainfall, showers, and thunderstorms. Because catchments are already wet from significant rainfall over the last few days, they are expected to respond quickly to further precipitation. Expected hazards include river and creek level rises, localized flooding, and overland inundation. The conditions are also likely to adversely affect the welfare of livestock.
Timeline
The alert was issued at 12:01 pm ACST on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Further flooding is possible over the next few days as heavy rainfall may redevelop. The next update from the Bureau of Meteorology is scheduled to be issued by 1:30 pm ACST on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗
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