Flood Watch for parts of the Northwest Coastal Rivers and Bonaparte Coastal Rivers
LOCATION/S AFFECTED:
Fitzmaurice RiverMoyle RiverFinniss RiverAdelaide River below Adelaide River Town
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s):
Lower Daly RiverTiwi IslandsUpper Adelaide RiverMary RiverWildman River
ALERT LEVEL: Advice - An incident has started. There is no immediate danger. Stay up to date in case the situation changes. Please note there are multiple alerts for this weather system.
RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA:
· You may become isolated
· 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:
Prepare your household emergency plan and kit nowStay informed by following SecureNT on Facebook or listen to ABC Local RadioMonitor conditions via [http://www.bom.gov.au/nt/warnings]Avoid the area - do not enter flood watersFor emergency service in floods, storms or cyclones call 132 500
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:
Localised flooding occurring
Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina tracks west southwest across the Joseph Bonaparte Gulf. It is expected to take a more westwards track during Monday and approaches the north Kimberley coast on Monday afternoon. The heaviest falls will most likely be about the west coast, gradually contracting southwards, though may occur in bands of rain away from the cyclone.
Most of the North West and Bonaparte coastal river catchments are wet to saturated from recent rainfall and storms. Widespread rainfall totals of between 10 - 30 mm have been recorded in the 24 hours to 9 am Monday, with an isolated total in excess of 140 mm recorded. Areas of heavy to intense rainfall are still likely as Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina moves west-southwest during the remainder Monday.
Significant rises in creeks and rivers and areas of flooding are occurring throughout the Flood Watch area across the next few days. Roads may become impassable and some communities and homesteads may become isolated.
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].
