You may become isolatedProperty damage and destructionLivestock, and other animals and pets may become isolatedFast flowing flood water can contain objects that may injure or trap youFlood water may contain toxic waste, chemicals and dangerous animals
ACTION STATEMENTS:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerousStay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterwaysObey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roadsCheck the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informedFor local emergency management warnings and advice visit [http://www.securent.nt.gov.au].Monitor conditions via [http://www.bom.gov.au/nt/warnings]For emergency service in floods, storms or cyclones call 132 500In a life-threatening situation call 000
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:
MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ADELAIDE RIVER TOWN DURING MONDAY.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle is forecast to bring widespread heavy to locally intense rainfall to parts of the Top End. Forecast rain from Sunday is likely to cause rapid river level rises across the Adelaide River catchment.
River levels at Adelaide River Town are expected to exceed the minor flood level overnight Sunday into Monday, with moderate flooding likely to develop Monday morning. Further rises and major flooding is possible during Monday.
The situation will be closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End including the Adelaide River catchment. A Tropical Cyclone Advice and Severe Weather Warning are also current for parts of the Northern Territory.
Upper Adelaide River:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Upper Adelaide River.
The Adelaide River at Adelaide River Town is currently at 3.67 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Adelaide River at Adelaide River Town is expected to exceed the minor flood level (11.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.
The river is likely to reach around the moderate flood level (11.90 m) Monday morning. Further rises to the major flood level (12.30 m) are possible with forecast rain during Monday.
Adelaide River and Margaret River:
Flooding is likely along the Margaret River and the Adelaide River below Adelaide River Town.
