The National Disaster Centre has revealed that two evacuation centres have been set up in Tukavesi and Buca villages.
National DISMAC Officer, Aisea Quminakelo said that evacuation centres will be set up in all districts.
Rakiraki residents are experiencing the full brunt of Tropical Cyclone Gene as strong winds are picking up.
A resident, Sanjeet Maharaj said the weather they are experiencing is similar to what they faced in 1993.
Maharaj also said all roads in Rakiraki are closed.
Nausori residents who have to cross the Baulevu River to get to their homes are stranded on the other side of the Baulevu River bank.
A resident, Bimlesh said strong winds are picking up and it is raining heavily.
Evacuation centres set up in Tukavesi/Buca villages
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