Flood Emergency Warning - Beswick 12 March

NT Government

Further rainfall forecast over the coming days may lead to additional river rises. The situation is being closely monitored, and the warning will be updated as required.

A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Waterhouse River:

Moderate flooding is continuing along the Waterhouse River.

The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently at 8.19 m and steady, with moderate flooding. The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (8.10 m) during the remainder of Thursday into Friday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Roper River below Elsey Creek:

River levels are elevated throughout the Roper River catchment.

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