Flood emergency warning issued for Katherine and Beswick as Katherine River rises to 13 metres, major flood level expected
A flood emergency warning is currently active for the Northern Territory town of Katherine, located approximately 300 km south of Darwin. The situation has escalated as the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) confirms the Katherine River has risen to 13 metres and is projected to reach the "major flood" level later today. The flood warning applies not only to Katherine but also to the nearby community of Beswick, where residents have been advised to seek high ground and remain indoors until further notice. Recent reports indicate that 97.8 millimetres of rain has fallen in the region since 9 AM yesterday. This... [Continue Reading]
