Weather Warning

IDW39605

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Australia

Flood Watch for parts of Kimberley

Issued at 11:58 AM AWST on Tuesday 3 Mar 2026.

FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF KIMBERLEY FROM TUESDAY

Catchments likely to be affected include:

A Minor Flood warning is current for the Fitzroy River catchment and a Flood Watch is current for parts of Top End including East Kimberley Rivers catchment.

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.emergency.wa.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 Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AWST on Wednesday 04 March 2026.