City of Palmerston cyclone guide¶
The City of Palmerston publishes cyclone and storm information and runs an Emergency Management Dashboard. The City says official warnings come from the Bureau of Meteorology and the NT Government through SecureNT. After a cyclone it surveys damage, clears fallen trees on Council land, and takes damage reports on 08 8935 9922. Suburbs named on council pages include Gray, Driver and Zuccoli.
Checked on October 10, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from City of Palmerston. In a life threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
What to know in City of Palmerston¶
- The City says that during a cyclone, official warnings and updates come from the Bureau of Meteorology and the NT Government via SecureNT, and that it provides preparation and recovery updates through its website and its Facebook page.
- The City says recovery after Cyclone Fina in November 2025 could take weeks or even months, and it set up a live recovery progress map.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 000 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| City of Palmerston | +61-8-8935-9922 | Council customer line, Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm, closed public holidays. The City asks people to call this number to report cyclone related fallen trees or damage on Council property. |
| NT Emergency Service help in floods, storms and cyclones | 132-500 | Also written 13 25 00. Named in the Cyclone Fina warning the NT Government issued in November 2025. In emergencies always dial 000. |
Official alerts and information¶
- City of Palmerston Emergency Management Dashboard: The City's emergency dashboard, named on its cyclone page for updates. Website.
- SecureNT: The NT Government emergency information site. Website.
- Bureau of Meteorology, Northern Territory warnings: Weather and tropical cyclone warnings for the Northern Territory. Website.
Evacuation centers¶
Open only when announced
Evacuation centers open only when officials announce them, and not every center opens for every storm. Check the official list of open centers before you leave home. Bring your own bedding, food, water, and medicines.
The City of Palmerston does not publish a shelter list. The NT Government lists the Territory emergency shelters on SecureNT. A shelter is open only when officials announce it. Check SecureNT and the NT Emergency Service.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a cyclone shelter
- Cyclone supply list
- After a cyclone: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.