Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Katherine River Issued at 11:46 AM ACST on Thursday 05 February 2026 Flood Warning Number: 11 MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT NITMILUK CENTRE Minor flooding is continuing along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre. The river level is likely to remain above the minor flood level during the remainder of Thursday and into Friday. Further rainfall is forecast over the catchment for the next few days which may cause renewed river level rises. A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, Tanami and Sturt Creek Districts. Katherine River Gorge Road: Minor flooding is continuing along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre. The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is currently at 3.59 m and falling, with minor flooding. The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is likely to remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) during the remainder of Thursday and into Friday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rain. 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 12:00 PM ACST on Friday 06 February 2026. Latest River Heights: Katherine River near Birdie Creek,4.60,steady,11:00 am Thu 05/02/26 Seventeen Mile Creek at Waterfall View,2.04,falling,11:15 am Thu 05/02/26 Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre,3.59,falling,11:10 am Thu 05/02/26 Katherine River at Katherine Bridge,13.21,falling,11:41 am Thu 05/02/26 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.