50 villagers in Dama, Bua evacuated

TC-Yasa

50 villagers in Dama, Bua evacuated

By Iva Danford

17/12/2020

Lekutu, Bua 5pm. [Source: Mohammed Javed]

50 villagers in Dama, Bua evacuated

More than 50 villagers in Dama, Bua have moved to their village Hall as they brace for the worst TC Yasa can bring.

Villager Viliame Vakacere says about 20 families have left their homes and moved to safety while 8 are still in their secured houses.

Vakacere says they have been preparing since Monday.

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