Central Australia is in for a wild weekend as heavy rain and potential flooding loom over vast regions of the Northern Territory (NT) and South Australia (SA). The Australian Bureau of Meteorology is warning that up to 300mm of rain could fall in some areas, potentially cutting off road and rail links. As the weather system moves in, it\u2019s important for residents and travelers to be prepared. Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This weekend, large areas of the NT and SA are expected to experience a deluge of rain, with some regions receiving rainfall amounts up to 200mm, reports 9News<\/a>. The hardest-hit areas are forecasted to be around Tennant Creek in the NT, as well as parts of the Simpson Desert. However, weather models are still uncertain about the exact path the heavy rain will take, with some suggesting that the Carpentaria region further north may bear the brunt of the downpour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The wet conditions are not expected to let up quickly. According to weather experts, the rain will continue into early next week, with moisture moving southward towards Alice Springs and Uluru. As this tropical moisture tracks across the country, it will bring with it a high chance of flooding, particularly in the northern pastoral regions of SA. The vast, flat terrain of this area makes it especially vulnerable to flash floods, which could have serious implications for infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n