Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 10:57 am AWST on Friday 6 February 2026 Flood Watch Number: 5

FLOODING MAY DEVELOP ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM FRIDAY AND INTO THE WEEKEND

A tropical low is located over water west of Broome and is moving parallel to the Pilbara coast during Friday. There is a high chance of the tropical low developing into a tropical cyclone from Saturday. This system is expected to bring widespread rainfall, with heavy falls possible along the Pilbara Coast from late Saturday into Sunday, and into the western Gascoyne from Sunday into Monday. Uncertainties remain regarding the movement of the tropical low and the exact areas that will receive the heaviest rainfall.

Moderate rainfall has been recorded across the Fitzroy River catchment in the last few days, which is likely to cause river level rises throughout the catchment.

River level rises, localised flooding, and overland inundation are possible in parts of the Flood Watch area, which may affect road access. Some communities may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Wooramel River

Gascoyne River

Lyndon-Minilya Rivers

Ashburton River

Onslow Coast

Fortescue River

Pilbara Coastal Rivers

Fitzroy River

West Kimberley Rivers

Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Nth Kimberley, Sturt Crk District and Tanami Desert

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

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 www.emergency.wa.gov.au/.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately


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