Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Katherine River and Katherine Town

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Moderate Flood Warning (IDD20555) for the Katherine River. This is the 27th warning issued for this event, as minor flooding is currently occurring with the potential for renewed rises to moderate flood levels due to forecast rain.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following locations in the Northern Territory:

• Katherine River Gorge Road
• Katherine River at Katherine Bridge
• Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre
• Katherine Town

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following safety 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 routes.
• Monitor the ABC and local media for further updates.
• For local emergency management warnings and advice, visit www.securent.nt.gov.au.
• For emergency assistance, contact the SES at 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call 000 immediately.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is currently occurring at Nitmiluk Centre and Katherine Bridge. While widespread heavy rainfall is unlikely, isolated heavier falls are forecast, which may trigger renewed river level rises.

• Nitmiluk Centre: Currently at 4.98 meters and steady. It is forecast to reach the moderate flood level of 5.50 meters on Tuesday evening and remain above the minor flood level (3.00 meters) through Wednesday.
• Katherine Bridge: Currently at 16.05 meters and falling. It is forecast to reach the moderate flood level of 16.50 meters overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, staying above the minor flood level of 16.00 meters.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 1:58 pm ACST on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Moderate flooding is possible starting Tuesday evening and is expected to persist overnight into Wednesday, March 11. The situation is being closely monitored, with the next update scheduled by 10:00 PM ACST on Tuesday.