NT

Mon 10:41 ACST

Final Flood Warning For The Waterhouse River

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Final Flood Warning For The Waterhouse River Issued at 10:41 AM ACST on Monday 02 February 2026 Flood Warning Number: 2 MINOR FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED AT BESWICK BRIDGE River levels are peaking below the minor flood level at Beswick Bridge in the Waterhouse River and minor flooding is no longer expected. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder on Monday and into Tuesday. The situation is being closely monitored and warnings will be issued as required. A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, Barkly and Tanami Districts and Gulf of Carpentaria Rivers. Waterhouse River: Flooding is no longer expected along the Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge. The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently at 7.04 m and steady around a peak, below the minor flood level. The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is likely to remain below the minor flood level (7.7 m). Flood 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 www.securent.nt.gov.au.} For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. Next issue: This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event. Latest River Heights: Waterhouse River at Diljin Hill (Downstream),2.53,steady,6:30 am Mon 02/02/26 Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge,7.04,steady,10:15 am Mon 02/02/26 This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.