Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Katherine River Issued at 10:04 AM ACST on Saturday 14 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 35 NEAR MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT NITMILUK CENTRE River levels have fallen just below the minor flood level along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre. However with forecast rainfall, the river level may remain around the minor flood level overnight Saturday and into Sunday. Downstream, river levels along the Katherine River at Katherine Bridge are expected to remain below the minor flood level (16.00 m). A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, which includes the Katherine River. Katherine River Gorge Road: Minor flooding is occurring along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk. The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is currently at 2.92 m and falling, below the minor flood level. The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre may remain around the minor flood level (3.00 m) overnight Saturday into Sunday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall. 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 Sunday 15 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Katherine River near Birdie Creek,4.14,falling,9:40 am Sat 14/03/26 Seventeen Mile Creek at Waterfall View,1.79,steady,9:45 am Sat 14/03/26 Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre,2.92,falling,9:50 am Sat 14/03/26 Katherine River at Katherine Bridge,12.43,falling,9:56 am Sat 14/03/26 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.