3 April 2026
THIS IS UPDATE: 43
RIVER: Daly River above Douglas River and Lower Daly River
LOCATION AFFECTED: Daly River
ALERT LEVEL: Emergency warning - An Emergency Warning is the highest level of warning
BUREAU OF METEOROLOGY INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 09:02 am ACST on Friday 3 April 2026
RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA:
IsolationProperty damage and destructionFast 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:
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
Minor flooding is continuing at Daly River Police Station, where river levels are slowly easing.
Isolated showers and storms are possible across parts of the Daly River catchment over the next few days but are not expected to cause any significant river level rises.
Daly River above Douglas River:
River levels are easing along the Daly River.
Lower Daly River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Lower Daly River.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 12.96 m and falling, with minor flooding. The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is likely to fall below the minor flood level 12.60 m overnight Friday into Saturday.
