AWS Flood Alert: Bonaparte, Northwest Coastal Rivers

NT Government

You may become isolatedLivestock 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 dangerous.Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.Stay informed by following SecureNT on Facebook or listen to ABC Local RadioMonitor conditions via [http://www.bom.gov.au/nt/warnings]For emergency service in floods, storms or cyclones call 132 500

ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:

FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF THE BONAPARTE AND NORTHWEST COASTAL RIVERS FROM SUNDAY

A monsoon trough is developing across northern Australia, with a low (30U) developing on Monday inland of the Joseph Bonaparte Gulf, then moving slowly towards the west coast.

Catchments in the flood watch area are wet from recent rainfall. Showers and thunderstorms will be more frequent about the trough, with some heavy falls possible.

Rainfall may cause significant water level rises in rivers and creeks and prolonged overland flooding and ponding from Sunday and roads may become impassable. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

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