Weather Warning

IDS20374

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Australia

Flood Watch for parts of South Australia

Issued at 1:42 PM ACDT on Tuesday 3 Mar 2026.

FLOODING CONTINUING ACROSS PARTS OF NORTH-EASTERN, EASTERN AND CENTRAL CATCHMENTS

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Danggali Rivers and Creeks   
Flinders Ranges Rivers and Creeks   
Warburton River   
Cooper Creek   
Lake Eyre   
Lake Frome   
Simpson Desert   

Flood Watches are current for adjoining catchments in the Northern Territory and in New South Wales.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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.ses.sa.gov.au/incidents-and-warnings/incidents-and-warnings-map/.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next Issue

The next Flood Watch will be issued by 02:00 PM ACDT on Wednesday 04 March 2026.