Fire, heatwaves, rain: Wild weather warnings for Top End, Barkly
Extreme temperatures, out of control fires, and rains are battering the Territory, prompting safety warnings to stay alert to changing weather conditions.
Weather
‘Support us’: Flood-prone community holds emergency meeting with authorities
A remote Top End community with a long history of being hit by floods has met with authorities, calling for greater emergency support and a long-term solution to house their residents.
‘Pay attention’: Mercury rises, earlier floods ahead for NT
Unusually warmer temperatures and earlier floods are the big predictions for this upcoming Wet season, with experts sharing how to prepare for chaotic weather.
Home owner recounts frightening fire reality as danger period declared
A fire danger period has been declared in the wake of a 4500 sq km bushfire burning in the Barkly region, with one homeowner describing the ‘intense’ blaze that came within metres of his home.
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‘Deliberately lit’: Suspicious fires catch senior firey’s eye
Fires across Darwin and the surrounding region will be examined closely, with a senior chief bemoaning the spattering of blazes keeping fireys occupied.
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Fireys urge Territorians to keep chaos out of cracker night
“If there is an issue, call triple-0”: As Territorians prepare to load up on fireworks, authorities are urging for the public to put safety first ahead of the much anticipated Territory Day.
Historic WWII airfield near Darwin gets water bombed
A historic Second World War airfield near Darwin was given a thorough soak when a pair of planes soared below the tree canopy to conduct water bombing training. Watch the video.
Aussies freeze through coldest morning of the year
An extra blanket or two could be in order as Australians woke up to icy weather across the country. See how long the cold blast will last.
Pictures: Stunning views as smoke clouds Darwin skyline
Multiple fires are burning along the Stuart Highway, with authorities warning those in smoke-affected areas as Darwin and Palmerston woke to a thick blanket of smoke. SEE THE PICS.
Pyromaniacs, arsonists a ‘growing risk’ to Territory: NT fireys
“Do you want to be responsible for the death of someone or the loss of a home?”: As the Territory’s firefighters gear up for another Dry season, arsonits have been issued a stern warning.
Darwin blaze sparks curiosity from onlookers
A grassfire that lit up the sky behind a Darwin water park sparked the curiosity of onlookers. See the footage.
Disaster assistance extended after Cyclone Megan
More places in the Territory can now access funding to recover from the impacts of severe weather, including Alice Springs and the Barkly. Here’s how.
Heat map reveals health risks of Territory LGAs
Only one small area of the NT is classified as lower risk. See where is most at risk of the health impacts of extreme heat.
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