226 people currently in evacuation centres
226 people are currently taking shelter in evacuation centres around the country. There are 28 evacuations centres open in the Western Division while 2 are open in the
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Flash flooding in parts of Nadi Town
A resident of Waqadra in Nadi, Avneel Abhishay says there is flash flooding in parts of Nadi Town. He says he can see that the water level in the Votualevu river incre
Ba River bank bursts and Ba Town closed due to flooding
The Ba River has burst its bank and there is now widespread flooding in Ba Town. Rajendra supermarket staff, Roneel Prakash says floodwaters have entered the Ba Market
Widespread flooding in parts of Ba, Tavua, Nadi and Rakiraki
There continues to be reports of widespread flooding in parts of Rakiraki, Ba, Tavua and Nadi, and with the more rain expected overnight people are being urged to secure
Man swept away by strong currents while crossing Mataniwai river in Tavua
A 35-year-old man was swept away by strong currents while trying to cross the Mataniwai river in Tavua this morning. National Disaster Management Office Director Vasit
NDMO wants people to call emergency operation centres and Police command centres about evacuation centres
The National Disaster Management Office is asking people to call their emergency operation centres and Police command centres if they have questions about evacuation cent
Reports of flooding in Rakiraki, Ba and Tavua
There are reports of flooding in parts of Rakiraki, Tavua and Ba but flood waters are starting to recede in most areas. Parts of Rakiraki Town are flooded. Rakiraki
Schools in Fiji closed until further notice
Due to flooding in several parts of Fiji and further flooding expected in the next few days, the Ministry of Education has confirmed that all schools are closed until fur
Tropical Cyclone Alert for Viti Levu, Yasawa, Kadavu & Vatulele
A Tropical Cyclone Alert is now in force for Viti Levu, Yasawa, Kadavu and Vatulele. There is also a strong wind warning for land areas in the Fiji group. The Weath
More roads in the Western Division flooded overnight
More roads and crossings were flooded overnight as heavy rain continues in the Western Division. We have received confirmation from residents on the ground that Arolev
Parts of Ba Town still flooded
Parts of Ba Town are still flooded this hour but we have received confirmation from the Ba Town Council that flood waters are starting to recede. Photos posted by the
TDO3F likely to develop into a cyclone in the next 6 to 12 hours
Acting Director of the Fiji Meteorological Services Terry Atalifo says Tropical Depression 03F is likely to develop into a cyclone in the next 6 to 12 hours. Please se
Families in the West and North prepare for adverse weather conditions
With flood warnings and alerts issued for parts of the country, families in the Western and Northern Divisions have started to prepare for the next few days. Tuluk, Ba
Flooding is our main concern – NDMO
The National Disaster Management Office says they have started to receive reports of flooding in the Western Division and are asking the public to limit travel and refrai
Some crossings and roads in the Western Division flooded
Some crossings and roads in the Western Division are currently closed due to flooding caused by heavy rain. The Fiji Roads Authority has confirmed this includes Kings
Flood warnings for parts of Ba, Rakiraki & Tavua with severe flood alerts for low lying areas near major rivers in Western Viti Levu
Remain on high alert and take the necessary precautions if you live in low lying and flood-prone areas as it continues to rain in parts of the country. The Weather Off
Floodwaters enter some shops in Tavua Town
Kings Highway at Tavua Town is flooded. This has been confirmed by the Fiji Roads Authority. Flood waters have also entered some shops in Tavua Town. Stay with u
Remain on high alert as more rain and possible flooding is expected from tomorrow
Remain on high alert and take the necessary precautions if you live in low lying and flood prone areas as more rain and possible flooding is expected from tomorrow. Th
Expect more rain & possible flooding from tomorrow as TD03F has a moderate to high chance of becoming a cyclone by Monday
Expect more rain, strong winds and the possibility of flooding from tomorrow as Acting Director of Meteorology Terry Atalifo says the concern now is that Tropical Disturb
Severe flood alert for low lying areas near major rivers in Western Viti Levu
There is a severe flood alert in force for low lying areas near major rivers in Western Viti Levu. The rivers at risk of flooding are the Tuva River, Kubuna River, Naw
Moderate to high chance of Tropical Disturbance 03F becoming a cyclone by Monday
Expect more rain, strong winds and the possibility of flooding from Sunday as Acting Director of Meteorology Terry Atalifo says the concern now is that Tropical Disturban