Village members from Fulaga have confirmed that the RFNS Puamau is quickly taking in water and the chance of the vessel sinking is high.
The Fiji Navy had earlier confirmed that salvage works had begun this morning.
Concurrently, arrangements are being made to transport specialised recovery equipment from Australia, which was flown into the country via a second salvage vessel.
They say this equipment will be used in the recovery of the vessel from the reef.
Concerned villages have stated that if the weather does not permit the salvage works, the boat could sink tonight.
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