The Department of Fisheries has opened a flood war room and is tightening monitoring of crocodile farms during new heavy rain on 4-7 and 9-12 October 2026. Farm operators are told to check dams, fences, gates and escape-prevention systems. Report any escapee to the provincial fisheries office at once. Aquaculture and fishing operators should also watch official alerts and protect ponds, cages and stock. Report serious damage to the centre. The article gives no compensation or permit change.