Northern Territory floods prompt evacuations and crocodile warnings as rivers rise

Why are authorities warning people to stay out of the water?

Police said floodwaters are dangerous due to strong currents and because crocodiles were reported to be widespread in flooded areas; Shaun Gill urged residents not to swim or enter the water. DH.be infobae Independent

How large are the evacuations and what resources are being used?

Authorities reported that more than 1,000 people were relocated to shelters, including evacuations from remote communities supported by helicopters and aircraft. DH.be newsORF.at infobae

Which places are specifically mentioned as being hit hard by flooding?

Reports highlighted Katherine as experiencing its worst flooding since 1998, and Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro said the entire town of Nauiyu was evacuated. newsORF.at infobae Independent