Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Waterhouse River Issued at 07:50 AM ACST on Tuesday 17 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BESWICK BRIDGE TUESDAY MORNING Recent rainfall has resulted in river level rises along the Waterhouse River. River levels are rising at Beswick Bridge with minor flooding likely during Tuesday morning. Waterhouse River: Minor flooding is likely along the Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge. The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently at 7.53 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (7.70 m) Tuesday morning. 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: The next warning will be issued by 11:00 AM ACST on Wednesday 18 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Waterhouse River at Diljin Hill (Downstream),3.43,steady,6:30 am Tue 17/03/26 Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge,7.53,rising,7:15 am Tue 17/03/26 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.