Top End residents told to stay sheltered at home until authorities give the all-clear. Follow updates live
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Even though the worst of the storm has passed, authorities say residents should stay in their shelters until given the all clear. The bureau of meterology in its latest advice states:
[The Northern Territory Emergency Service] NTES advises people about southern Bathurst Island and very exposed coastal locations around the Cox Peninsula, should stay calm and remain in a secure shelter while the destructive winds continue. Do not venture outside. Heed the advice and follow the instructions of Emergency Services personnel and local authorities.
NTES advises people about the central and western Tiwi Islands, and elsewhere between Daly River Mouth to Cape Hotham, including Darwin, should shelter in a safe place.
