19h agoWed 18 Mar 2026 at 7:58pmStay up to date with the latest emergency warnings<\/p>\n
You can head to\u00a0the ABC Emergency website<\/a>\u00a0for all updates, including a map of all warnings.<\/p>\n ABC Emergency will broadcast regular warnings on ABC Radio, which you can stream on\u00a0the ABC Listen App.<\/a><\/p>\n Here are the radio frequencies for local stations:<\/p>\n ABC Far North is also available on Channel 211 through the VAST satellite service.<\/p>\n You can also keep across the latest warnings from the Bureau of Meteorology\u00a0on its website<\/a>.<\/p>\n 22m agoThu 19 Mar 2026 at 3:10pm<\/p>\n Narelle will ‘add to the case’ for a shelter in Lockhart River<\/p>\n Speaking earlier, Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council chief executive Dave Clarke said he is concerned they can not offer an extra level of security for those who need it.<\/p>\n It is seven years since Cyclone Trevor hit and Mr Clarke says he believes Narelle would “add to the case” for a shelter.<\/p>\n “It can’t just be a standalone thing that we use every five to six years, but we could work out a multifunction model that could sustain it in my opinion.<\/p>\n “It is something we can investigate further and lobby the government for.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n However he says as it is isolated the community is used to managing things on its own.<\/p>\n “Prepare for the worst and hope for the best, the usual routine,” he says.<\/p>\n “Not looking forward to it, this one is a bit of a beast.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n 1h agoThu 19 Mar 2026 at 2:17pmLatest on Severe TC Narelle’s position<\/p>\n The latest warning issued for Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle shows that the system is picking up a bit of speed<\/b> as it tracks towards the Far North Queensland coast.<\/p>\n It will be a category five storm when it crosses the coast<\/b> between Lockhart River and Cape Melville, and is currently moving west at 20 kilometres an hour.<\/p>\n As of 11pm AEST, the system was\u00a0205 kilometres north of Cooktown.<\/b><\/p>\n A seek safe shelter indoors emergency warning has been issued for the community of Wujal Wujal<\/b>, with 10 other communities being urged to either prepare now or prepare to take shelter.<\/p>\n Gales were expected to start Thursday evening, strengthening to destructive winds through the night<\/b> and very destructive at the system’s centre<\/b>.\u00a0Heavy to intense rain causing flash floods <\/b>is forecast for Friday.<\/p>\n But in some good news, the system’s strength after it makes landfall is now predicted to be weaker <\/b>than in previous forecasts, as its now expected to weaken into a category two before it moves into the Gulf of Carpentaria. It will regain strength there as it heads towards the Top End coast.<\/p>\n 1h agoThu 19 Mar 2026 at 2:00pm<\/p>\n Latest information for territorians<\/p>\n Any news from the Nt Government?<\/p>\n – Al<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Hi Al,<\/p>\n Our team in the Northern Territory has been monitoring the latest advice. The most recent BOM warning includes this advisory from the NT Emergency Service:\u00a0<\/p>\n NTES advises:<\/p>\n People between Port MacArthur and Nhulunbuy, and inland to Ngukurr, should consider what action they will need to take if the cyclone threat increases.<\/p>\n – For cyclone preparedness and safety advice, visit the Secure NT website at http:\/\/www.securent.nt.gov.au<\/a><\/p>\n – For emergency assistance call the Northern Territory Emergency Service (NTES) on 132 500 (for assistance with storm damage, rising flood water, fallen trees on buildings or roof damage).<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The NT government and emergency services will undoubtedly provide an update later on Friday, which my colleagues in Darwin and the Top End will bring to you.<\/p>\n In the meantime, here’s our latest story on how the NT is preparing ahead of Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle:<\/p>\n 1h agoThu 19 Mar 2026 at 1:46pm<\/p>\n Cyclone advice for pet owners<\/p>\n Ulysses Vet Clinics at Cairns<\/b> has shared some advice to keep\u00a0 furry and feathered friends safe during the cyclone.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u25cf Ensure microchip details <\/b>are current and your pet is wearing a collar with an identification tag.<\/p>\n \u25cf Identify the safest room in your house away from windows. Ensure outdoor pets have access to high, dry ground.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n \u25cf Stock a pet emergency kit <\/b>that includes at least five days of food, bottled water, bowls, a lead, and essential medications.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u25cf To keep pets calm during the cyclone, have a favourite blanket, toy, or calming spray<\/b> ready to help lower anxiety during heavy rain and thunder.<\/p>\n \u25cf Keep a current photo <\/b>of your pet on your phone and a printed copy in your emergency kit.<\/p>\n \u25cf Keep a digital or waterproof copy of vaccination records<\/b> and your vet\u2019s contact details handy<\/p>\n 2h agoThu 19 Mar 2026 at 1:20pm<\/p>\n With you overnight<\/p>\n And good evening! I’m online monitoring the latest updates from the Bureau of Meteorology and ABC Emergency as Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle tracks towards the Queensland coast. We’re expecting the next update from the Bureau of Meteorology to come through at around 2am Queensland time<\/b>.<\/p>\n In the meantime, here’s a recap of what we know courtesy of the BOM’s most recent warning from this evening:<\/p>\n As we wait for the latest information from the bureau, please make sure to keep up to date via the ABC Emergency website<\/a> and through your local ABC radio station.<\/p>\n 2h agoThu 19 Mar 2026 at 1:00pm<\/p>\n That’s it from me<\/p>\n I’m handing this blog over to my colleague Thomas Morgan who will take you through the early hours of the night and into the morning.<\/p>\n Stay dry and safe everyone!<\/p>\n 2h agoThu 19 Mar 2026 at 12:50pm<\/p>\n Update<\/p>\n Is Darwin in the line of this cyclone?<\/p>\n\n
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