• 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:
BESWICK BRIDGE STEADY AT A PEAK ABOVE THE MODERATE FLOOD LEVEL
Heavy rainfall recorded overnight Thursday has resulted river rises across the Waterhouse River catchment, where moderate flooding is peaking at Beswick Bridge during Friday afternoon.
Waterhouse River:
Moderate flooding continues along the Waterhouse River.
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently steady at a peak near 8.40 m, with moderate flooding. The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (8.10 m) for the remainder of Friday into Saturday.
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 01:00 PM ACST on Saturday 14 February 2026.
