NT EMERGENCY SERVICE MESSAGE: Flood Advice
THIS IS UPDATE #: 1
RIVER: BARKLY, GEORGINA RIVER AND EYRE CREEK, SIMPSON DESERT CATCHMENTS
LOCATION/S AFFECTED: FLOODING IS POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF BARKLY, GEORGINA RIVER AND EYRE CREEK, SIMPSON DESERT CATCHMENTS
ALERT LEVEL: Advice - An incident has started. There is no immediate danger. Stay up to date in case the situation changes.
INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 10:32AM
RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA:
You may become isolatedLivestock and other animals and pets may become isolatedFast flowing flood water can contain objects that may injure or trap youFlood water may contain toxic waste, chemicals and dangerous animals
ACTION STATEMENTS:
Stay informed by following SecureNT on Facebook or listen to ABC Local RadioMonitor conditions via [http://www.bom.gov.au/nt/warnings]Avoid the area - do not enter flood watersFor emergency service in floods, storms or cyclones call 132 500
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:
A broad trough is slow-moving over central parts of the NT, creating a build up of moisture across central and southern districts.
Catchments in the Flood Watch area are relatively dry.
Daily scattered totals of 40 - 80 mm are possible from Saturday to Monday, with isolated falls of more than 100 mm across the Flood Watch area.
Some roads, and possibly primary and secondary highways may be affected with accumulated rainfall over the next few days. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.
Flood Safety Advice:
The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
• Prepare for flooding and move away while safe to do so.
• Don't drive into floodwaters.
