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In the main street of Nuku'alofa Tafi was leading a group of half a dozen young men, sweeping the road and collecting debris from the footpaths.
Tafi was doing this despite the fact his own house was completely destroyed by Cyclone Gita.
Linesmen continued to work through intermittent showers and fading light to try and revive power to the island.
Authorities hope to have power restored to most of Nuku'alofa by the weekend but outlying rural areas could have to wait a little longer.
Further down the road in Tofoa, Feleti, is trying to come to grips with the destruction of his shop, which sold funeral supplies.
He says it could be a long time before he can work again.
Neighbour Havea had 12 people shelter in his house during the storm.
Both Havea and Feleti say they haven't heard from the authorites as yet but they don't mind. They both say the will continue to clean up and are just happy to be alive.
The director of the National Emergency Management Office, Leveni 'Aho, says help is on its way to those who need shelter.
The New Zealand government has sent over 24 tonnes of supplies, including tarpaulins and temporary shelters and Australian sourced supplies are also coming in.
Mr 'Aho says they are helping the situation immensely.
