The Transport Ministry has revealed that the Kings road has been closed to all traffic.
This has been confirmed by Ministry spokesperson Sainiana Waqanaibete.
Spokesperson Sainiana Waqanaibete said they have received reports that a number of power lines have fallen on the roads and debris has collected on both the Queens and Kings Highway.
Please be mindful of fallen power lines and treat every power line as live.
Meanwhile, four bridges are under water in Nabouwalu.
Acting Director National Roads Apisai Ketenalagi has confirmed that Wairiki, Namau, Nasolo and Nawaca bridges are under water and are closed to all traffic.
He has also revealed that the water level in Waidina, Wainimala and Rewa River is rising while Qelekuro Bridge in Korovou is under water and closed to all traffic.
In Suva, a huge tree has fallen on the road in Knolly Street and the road is now closed to all the traffic.
Bus services around the country are normal however the Fiji Bus Operators Association is closely monitoring the situation.
General Secretary Rohit Latchan said if the situation gets worse in the afternoon and if there is poor visibility on the roads then they may stop the services.
Latchan is urging the general public to utilize bus services now if they want to go to do last minute shopping to stock up on food and other essential items or if they want to go home.
Kings road closed to all traffic
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