Tropical Cyclone Gale Warning is now in force for the whole of the Fiji Group as Tropical Cyclone Mick continues to move towards Viti Levu.
Tropical Cyclone Mick is located 250km North North West of Nadi or 340km West North West of Labasa as at 3 this morning.
Nadi Weather Office Director Rajendra Prasad said Tropical Cyclone Mick has changed its path.
Prasad said people are to expect more rain which will cause extensive flash flooding especially in the Western Division.
Situation report on the weather currently being experienced, some roads in Rakiraki are under flood waters and people are being advised not to cross these roads.
Rakiraki Police have confirmed that the Rewasa and Korotale roads are under 3 feet of water and is closed to all traffic.
People in Rakiraki are also experiencing heavy rain and strong winds.
According to Ba Police the strong winds and heavy downpour started at around 3 this morning and is continuing.
Meanwhile, strong winds and heavy rain continue for most parts of the Northern Division.
People in Taveuni are facing strong winds and occasional heavy rainfall from last night.
Taveuni Police Station Special Police Constable, Maria Moapa says the weather is worsening on the Garden Island.
Similar reports have been received from Seaqaqa, Savusavu, Dreketi and other centres in the Northern Division.
Villagers of Yasawairara say since midnight they have been receiving occasional heavy down pour which has been accompanied by strong winds.
Cyclone Mick moves towards Fiji
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