Families in Baulevu have started to flee to higher ground as flood waters have started to enter their homes.

A resident Jay Ravinesh who is currently wading through the flooded areas to assist those in need said the water levels are rising rapidly and people are trying to salvage whatever they can from their homes.

He said all the dalo and vegetable fields are flooded and many families don't have food.

Residents living in Waila Nausori are calling for Police assistance as flood water continue to rise.

Resident Avinesh Ram says about 10 houses are now affected.