Minor Flood Warning Issued for Victoria River and Kalkarindji

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Minor Flood Warning (IDD20575) for the Victoria River. The warning was issued at 11:35 am ACST on Friday, March 13, 2026, as river levels continue to rise in response to recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The warning covers several sections of the Victoria River system, including:

• Upper Victoria River
• Victoria River at Kalkarindji
• Victoria River between Armstrong River and Wattie Creek
• Victoria River between Battle Creek and Armstrong River
• Victoria River below Battle Creek

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Do not drive, walk, swim, or play in floodwater as it is dangerous.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways.
• Obey all road closure signs and plan travel to avoid flooded roads.
• Monitor local media and the ABC for updates.
• Contact the SES at 132 500 for emergency assistance, or call 000 in life-threatening situations.

Expected Conditions

Small river level rises are currently occurring across the upper Victoria River catchment. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days, which may lead to renewed minor flooding.

Specific river observations include:

• Victoria River at Kalkarindji: Currently at 2.87 m and rising. It may exceed the minor flood level of 9.00 m.
• Victoria River at Dashwood Crossing: Currently at 9.50 m and rising.
• Victoria River at Victoria River Crossing: Currently at 13.20 m and falling.

Timeline

Minor flooding is possible at Kalkarindji starting overnight Friday and continuing into Saturday, March 14. The Bureau of Meteorology expects to issue the next update by 12:00 PM ACST on Saturday, March 14, 2026.