Emergency water supplies have been delivered to Druadrua and Macuata-i-Wai islands in the Northern Division as prolonged dry weather continues to affect families.
The Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and National Disaster Risk Management says the supplies were transported aboard the MLC Vatulawa to assist communities facing water shortages.
The Ministry says the prolonged dry conditions, which links to El Niño, continue to affect communities in the Northern Division, particularly those in rural and maritime areas.
The emergency water-carting operation forms part of the Government's ongoing efforts to provide relief to families struggling with limited water supplies.
The Ministry says the operation was coordinated through the Office of the Divisional Commissioner Northern in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works, Meteorological Services and the Water Authority of Fiji.
They say government agencies continue to work together to monitor dry weather conditions and coordinate further assistance for affected communities.
Meanwhile, the Ministry is urging families to conserve water, use their remaining supplies carefully and ensure that drinking water is stored safely.
The Ministry is also reminding households to remain prepared as prolonged dry conditions continue to affect communities across Fiji.
