RIVER: Daly River
LOCATION/S AFFECTED: Daly River at the Daly River Police Station/Nauiyu
ALERT LEVEL: Watch and Act - Evacuate now and avoid the area
INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 10:33 am ACST on Thursday 5 February 2026
RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA:
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:
Enact your household emergency plan nowDo not enter flood waterStay 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 500In a life threatening situation call 000Take extra care on the roads, visit here for latest road conditions
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:
Moderate flooding rising slowly at Daly River Police Station, Major Flooding possible from Saturday evening. Prolonged peak around the Major Flood Level likely early next week.
Moderate to locally heavy rainfall has been observed across the Daly River catchment over the last week, causing river level rises. Elevated river levels are occurring along the Fergusson River and minor flooding is occurring along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre.
Further downstream, river levels are rising along the Daly River, with the main flood peak now downstream of Dorisvale Crossing and approaching Theyona Station.
Moderate flooding is rising slowly at Daly River Police Station. The river level may reach the major flood level from Saturday evening, with a prolonged peak around the major flood level likely early next week.
Further showers and storms are forecast over the next few days. Widespread significant rainfall is not expected, however small additional river level rises are possible. The situation will continue to be closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, Barkly, Tanami and Sturt Creek Districts.
Daly River above Douglas River:
River levels are elevated along the Daly River and tributaries upstream of the Douglas River, including at Dorisvale Crossing.
Fergusson River:
River levels are elevated along the Fergusson River and tributaries.
Lower Daly River:
Moderate flooding is rising slowly at Daly River Police Station, with elevated river levels upstream at Beeboom Crossing and Mount Nancar.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 13.20 m and rising slowly, with moderate flooding. The Daly River at Daly River Police Station may reach the major flood level (14.00 m) from as early as Saturday evening.
Further small rises are expected as upstream flows arrive, with a prolonged peak around the major flood level likely early next week. Forecast heights and timings will be refined as upstream peaks are observed.
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].
