Always remember that monsoonal weather adds challenges to remote travel.

Dirt roads may not as smooth as they could be.

The road verge of single lane highways gets boggy and critters jump out to say hello while they are feeding on new grass on the roadside.

High temperatures make tyres and vehicles overheat while rest stops and break downs are less than comfortable when it is 40 and above

 Add storms and flash flooding and travel becomes dangerous instead of difficult.

Roads and tracks that run through many NT Parks and Reserves often become waterlogged in the wet season and have to be closed to prevent costly damage.

This ensures that they can be opened to visitors as soon as possible after the area dries out. 

Driving in the wet may seem like a fun thing to do, but it can destroy road surfaces, creating deep ruts, boggy holes and erosion.

Unnecessary road damage also makes life difficult for people living and working in remote areas.

Visitors travelling on remote roads at this time of year can stay safe, and help Parks open as early as possible next year, by following a few simple rules.

If it’s flooded - Forget It! Flash floods can happen even if no rain has fallen in the immediate area. Creeks and rivers rise rapidly following rainfall further up the catchment, particularly when they are also influenced by the tides closer to the coast. Water flows can be deceiving and even a shallow crossing can present difficulties.

Be Crocwise at all times when travelling across the Top End. Saltwater crocodiles may be found in any waterway at any time of year but rising rivers make super-highways for salties.

If you do find yourself driving in wet conditions, slow down! High speeds make it difficult to maintain control if something goes wrong. It’s better to be late than dead on time. 

Make someone aware of your itinerary, pack spare water, food and shelter and carry appropriate communications equipment in case of emergencies.

Always know before you go. Check current road conditions at www.roadreport.nt.gov.au/home

Slow down, stay off wet roads and stay safe this wet season and we will be able to get you out there that much quicker come the dry.