Media release

Flooding – Daly River and Katherine regions – Update #3

Police

Evacuations from the Daly River region is completed for all people of the community that required evacuation.

The Foskey Pavilion has registered 448 people, with one more bus en route from Batchelor expected to bring the total to just under 470 evacuees. 

“A number of activities are now being planned for the evacuees, in particular the children,” Region 2 Controller Commander Bruce Porter said.

A minor flood warning has been cancelled for the Katherine River at Gorge Road as the tropical low continues on its predicted track.

“The tropical low has moved east as predicted. The Bureau of Meteorology has cancelled its cyclone watch, but a severe weather warning is now in place for the same area, Port Roper through to the Queensland border.

“I continue to urge everyone to exercise extreme caution on the roads and to consider the necessity of their travel plans. Anyone setting out should check the road report website through Secure NT before they set out to drive anywhere.

“The last thing we want is for anyone to become an unnecessary statistic. Your safety is our priority.”

Water levels across the Arnhem, Carpentaria and Gregory districts are being closely monitored, including the Waterhouse, McArthur and Victoria Rivers.

Police and NT Emergency Services continue to search for the 28-year-old man who went missing in floodwaters near Peppimenarti on Friday afternoon. 

For assistance, call the Police Assistance Line 131 444 or 000 in an emergency. NTES Emergency Assistance line is 132 500.

Stay up to date on www.securent.nt.gov.au

Latest weather updates on www.bom.gov.au. Flood information is available on 1800 500 700.