Flooding expected in the Kimberley

Residents living near the Fitzroy River in the Kimberley are at risk of flooding.

Heavy rain has led to significant stream rises in the west of the WA region during the past few days.

"People near the Fitzroy River catchment and west Kimberley, including Cape Leveque, need to continue to take action as flooding is expected today and Sunday," the Department of Fire and Emergency Services said on Saturday afternoon.

There was 119mm of rain recorded at Lombadina Airstrip in the 24 hours to 9am on Saturday, while there was 95mm at Cygnet Bay and 94mm at Country Downs.

Further falls of 10mm to 20mm is forecast over coastal areas of the West Kimberley district overnight, the fire service said.

Residents in low-lying areas are advised to watch out for water rising and relocate livestock and animals.