Higher risk weather season
Northern Territory Emergency Service (NTES) and the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) officially launched the 2025 Higher Risk Weather Season program, running from now until April 2026. The program runs from 1 October 2025 to 30 April 2026.
This period marks the peak for severe weather events across the Top End, including:
- cyclones
- floods
- severe storms.
Meanwhile, Central Australia continues to face elevated fire danger.
BOM is predicting that the first significant rain of the northern wet season is likely to be earlier than usual for the NT.
When the monsoon is active there could be:
- tropical lows
- tropical cyclones
- heavy and widespread rainfall.
All of these can lead to quick creek and river rises, resulting in flooding.
How to prepare yourself
You should be prepared, keep the following in mind:
- think inside the box, prepare your emergency kits with essentials like water, non-perishable food, medications, and important documents
- develop a household emergency plan on SecureNT, including communication and shelter arrangements
- secure your property by clearing gutters, trimming trees, and anchoring loose items
- stay informed by regularly checking SecureNT for the latest warnings and advice. Familiarise yourself with the Australian Warning System.
Stay alert, stay prepared and stay connected this higher risk weather season.
Stay updated
For the latest updates and advice go to the SecureNT website and ABC Radio website.
