23°41'S / 133°52'E / Altitude 579 m / 10:23 17/03/2026, Australia/Darwin (UTC+9)
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FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FLOOD WATCH AREA WITH FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE A trough of low pressure is located over southern Northern Territory, assisted by an inflow of humid tropical air will combine to generate widespread moderate to heavy rainfall to Central, Western and Eastern Inland areas over the next few days. Catchments in the Flood Watch area are wet from recent rainfall. Forecast rainfall may cause further significant water level rises in rivers and creeks, as well as prolonged overland flooding and ponding. Roads may become impassable. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.
MacDonnell Ranges
* 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.
http://www.bom.gov.au/inside/contacts.shtml
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HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the Simpson. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 50 and 80 mm are likely. Heavy rainfall is expected to ease during this afternoon or evening. Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information. Locations which may be affected include Santa Teresa and Simpson District east of Finke.
SimpsonThe Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
* secure loose outside objects and seek shelter when conditions deteriorate
* pull over if it is raining heavily and you cannot see, park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears
* avoid driving into water of unknown depth and current
* create your own sandbags if there is flooding, by using pillow cases or shopping bags filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home
* stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways
* ensure pets and animals are safe
* be prepared in case of power outages, have an emergency kit with a radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit
* for emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones, contact the NTES on 132 500. For more safety tips visit www.securent.nt.gov.auhttp://www.bom.gov.au/inside/contacts.shtml17/03/2026, 09:01