Police in the Northern Division has urged people to be careful as there is a possibility of flash flooding.
Police Spokesperson Atunaisa Sokomuri who is currently in Labasa told Fijivillage News that they are experiencing some heavy rain and strong winds.
He has also urged people living in low lying areas to move to higher grounds.
As heavy rain continues, flood water levels are rising around Rakiraki.
Resident Sanjit Maharaj said people are now wary of the high tide which comes in this hour.
Nadi Town residents say right now the drains and rivers are full and if rain continues flooding may occur in the main town area.
Meanwhile, all Pacific Sun flights to Kadavu, Savusavu, Taveuni, Malolo and Mana are now cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions.
This has been confirmed by the Pacific Sun's Airport Operations Manager Tuni Beddoes.
On domestic flights we will have more for you in the next hour.
The Kings Highway is now closed to all the traffic at Naqia and Nayavu.
Deputy Director Police Operations, SP Erami Raibe has confirmed that Nayavu and Naqia bridges are under flood waters and are closed to all the traffic.
SP Raibe has called on motorist not to use Kings road until further notice. He said officers from Korovou and Nausori and monitoring the situation and an update will be provided soon.
Nadi Weather Office Director Rajendra Prasad said there are much more rain bands to come especially around the Western and South Western parts of Viti Levu, Kadavu, Vatulele, Beqa including Yasawa and the Mamanuca Group.
West to North-West winds increasing to 50 to 60 kilometres per hour with momentary gusts to 85km/h over night is expected.
He said seas are expected be very rough with heavy swells developing.
Police Urge People To Take Precaution In North
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