Heavy rainfall last night has resulted in flash flooding in Rakiraki town and nearby areas.
A resident, Sanjit Maharaj said some roads like Gallau Rd, Waimari Rd, FSC Caulasi Rd, Rawasa and Korotale Rd are under flood waters and some houses are also under flood waters.
Meanwhile, flash flood warning remains in place for the whole of country as an active trough of low pressure system is lying over the Fiji group.
Nadi Weather office Duty forecasters say there are possibilities of flooding in streams and rivers as heavy down pour are expected for today.
Rain heavier at times is expected for Navua, Suva, Nausori, Tailevu, Rakiraki, Nadi, Lautoka, Ba and Tavua and also for Vanualevu similar weather is expected which may cause flash flooding.
The weather office has called on people living in low-lying areas to take precautions.
Flash Flooding In Rakiraki
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