Police update: Cyclone Watch cancelled - Gulf of Carpentaria

The Bureau of Meteorology has cancelled the Tropical Cyclone Watch in the Gulf of Carpentaria.

Over the next few days, the monsoon trough extends across the Top End and Gulf of Carpentaria, with a low embedded in the trough near Groote Eylandt.

A severe weather warning for damaging wind and heavy rainfall has been issued for the eastern Top End, including Groote Eylandt.

The Northern Territory Emergency Service are urging everyone in the affected areas to stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways and not to drive into floodwaters. Remember; if it's flooded, forget it.

For the latest weather information go to www.bom.gov.au

For information on preparing for a cyclone go to www.securent.nt.gov.au

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