Flood Watch for parts of the Bonaparte Coastal Rivers
LOCATION/S AFFECTED:
Fitzmaurice RiverMoyle 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 isolatedLivestock 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:
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 continuing
Tropical Cyclone Fina crossed the north Kimberley coast at 9:30pm AWST Monday and is now slow moving just inland of the northeast Kimberley coast near the Berkeley River Mouth. Fina is expected to weaken further today while slowly moving inland. Moderate to heavy rain is most likely during the remainder of Tuesday over the west coast, then 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. Showers and isolated rainfall totals have been recorded during last 24 hours to 9:00 AM Tuesday over the Flood Watch area.
Significant rises in creeks and rivers and areas of flooding are occurring throughout the Flood Watch area across the next few days. Renewed river and creek level rises are possible with forecast rainfall over the Flood Watch area. 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 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].
