Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Upper Victoria River Issued at 03:33 AM ACST on Sunday 01 March 2026 Flood Warning Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT KALKARINDJI FROM SUNDAY MORNING Moderate to heavy rainfall observed overnight Saturday and into Sunday has resulted in river level rises in the Upper Victoria River, with minor flooding possible at Kalkarindji from Sunday morning. Further moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast over the next few days which may cause additional river level rises. The situation is being closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required. Upper Victoria River: Minor flooding is possible along the Upper Victoria River at Kalkarindji. The Victoria River at Kalkarindji is currently at 6.69 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Victoria River at Kalkarindji may reach around the minor flood level (9.00 m) Sunday morning, 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 12:00 PM ACST on Sunday 01 March 2026. Latest River Heights: Victoria River at Kalkarindji,6.69,rising,3:15 am Sun 01/03/26 Wickham River at Williams Crossing,2.61,rising,3:15 am Sun 01/03/26 Victoria River at Dashwood Crossing,5.36,rising,2:45 am Sun 01/03/26 Victoria River at Victoria River Crossing,7.59,rising,12:45 am Sun 01/03/26 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.