Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Final Flood Warning For The Roper River Issued at 10:42 AM ACST on Friday 27 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 15 RIVER LEVELS REMAIN ELEVATED BUT GENERALLY EASING IN THE ROPER RIVER CATCHMENT River levels remain elevated but are generally easing in the Roper River catchment. Localised flooding and overland inundation persist in parts of the catchment and are likely to continue for some time. Further showers and possible thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days, but are not expected to cause significant renewed river level rises. Roper River below Elsey Creek: River levels remain elevated but are generally easing throughout the Roper River catchment. 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),3.83,steady,9:45 am Fri 27/03/26 Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge,5.65,falling,10:15 am Fri 27/03/26 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.