Communities in far northern Australia are on flood alert due to the progression of ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle, which brought significant rainfall to the Northern Territory over the weekend. As Narelle moves westward and weakens into a tropical low, forecasts indicate it will soon enter the Indian Ocean before tracking south along the Western Australia coastline. Meteorologists anticipate that the system will regain strength, potentially becoming a severe cyclone by midweek, with Perth as a potential target.

Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro expressed relief that the cyclone had passed the area, noting its swift movement across the territory. Despite its weakening, the system's recent impact resulted in increased flood risk in the Northern Territory, which was already dealing with saturated conditions. The Bureau of Meteorology's forecasts highlight the potential for severe weather in Western Australia, raising concerns for affected coastal communities.

As Narelle approaches Perth, the threat of severe weather conditions looms as the region braces for possible heavy rains and high winds. Emergency services and local authorities are on alert, prepared for any eventualities stemming from the storm's intensification. Public advisories have been issued to keep communities informed about the developments related to the cyclone.