The following message is issued by the Katherine Regional Counter Disaster Controller. A Minor Flood Watch for the Gorge Road is still current. The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre has reached 4.1 metres. Minor Flooding is occurring on the Gorge Road at Maud Creek crossing. Gorge Road is currently closed with water at 1.2 metres at the Maude Creek crossing Consider your actions. Take necessary steps to ensure your personal safety and protection of your property. Stock up on essential items. If evacuating, take essential medicines, baby necessities, clothing, blankets, a torch and valuable personal papers with you. We advise you stay with friends or family not in the flood prone area. There are NO public shelters open at this time. The situation is being monitored. This has been a MINOR FLOOD WATCH FOR THE GORGE ROAD Only. For more information please contact - 1800 500 070 - Flood Line.