Several crossings and roads in Fiji's west are currently inaccessible due to flash flooding.
Fiji's national disaster office said the general public need to be vigilant and continue to adhere to advisories issued by the relevant authorities.
Information received from our team on the ground indicate that several crossings & roads in the West are currently inaccessible due to flash flooding.⚠️
— Fiji NDMO (@FijiNDMO) December 29, 2022
The general public are advised to be vigilant & continue to adhere to advisories issued by the relevant authorities. pic.twitter.com/jjkWAtF81G
A heavy rain alert is now in force for parts of Nadi, Lautoka, Ba, Tavua, Rakiraki, Yasawa and Mamanuca Islands, Kadavu, Lau, Lomaiviti Group and the Northern Division.
The Weather Office said an active trough of low pressure lies slow moving to the west of Fiji.
Flash flood warning now in place for low lying and flood prone areas in Vitogo River, Nasivi River, and Rakiraki and Penang Rivers.
Areas that are likely to be affected are Vakabuli-Paipai Crossing, low lying crossings within Nasivi, Rakiraki and Penang River.
PUBLIC ADVISORY
— Fiji NDMO (@FijiNDMO) December 30, 2022
➡️Flashflood Warning in force for flood prone areas in the West
Public urged to be VIGILANT
➡️Heavy Rain Alert also issued for parts of Fiji
Continue to adhere to advisories issued by authorities‼️ pic.twitter.com/5bWsGc7y6A