22 November 2025
RIVER: Parts of the North West Coastal Rivers and Bonaparte Coastal Rivers
LOCATION/S AFFECTED:
Fitzmaurice RiverMoyle RiverLower Daly RiverFinniss RiverTiwi IslandsUpper Adelaide RiverAdelaide River below Adelaide River TownMary RiverWildman River
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): South Alligator, East Alligator and Goomadeer.
ALERT LEVEL: Advice – An incident has started. There is no immediate danger. Stay up to date in case the situation changes. Please note there are multiple alerts for this weather system.
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:
Prepare your household emergency plan and kit noStay informed by following SecureNT on Facebook or listen to ABC Local RadioMonitor conditions via [https://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:
Localised flooding occurring and further rises likely. Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina is moving west-southwest through the Timor Sea, slowly moving away from the coast, but still impacting areas of the western Top End where widespread rainfall will continue today and into Monday. The heaviest falls will most likely be about the west coast, gradually contracting southwards, though may occur in bands of rain away from the cyclone.
Most of the North West Coastal River catchments are wet to saturated from recent rainfall and storms. Widespread rainfall totals of between 100 – 200 mm have been recorded in the 24 hours to 9 am today, with an isolated total in excess of 400 mm recorded. Areas of heavy to intense rainfall are still likely as Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina moves west-southwest today and into Monday.
Significant rises in creeks and rivers and areas of flooding are occurring, with further rises likely throughout the Flood Watch area across the next few days. Roads may become impassable and some communities and homesteads may become isolated.
A Tropical Cyclone Advice and the associated Forecast Track Map remain current. A severe weather warning is also current.
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 [https://www.securent.nt.gov.au].
