People are finding it really hard coping with water cuts. Fijivillage News visited residents of Tacirua, Cunningham and 8 miles who are currently facing water cuts. Here is what they had to say:
Some even say their kids are getting affected.
Lami and Delainavesi Residents have also been victim to the water cuts and are frustrated at the water cuts.
Meanwhile, Divisional Water Engineer Central Eastern Serei-co-coko Yanu-yanu-rua said production of water at this point in time cannot meet the increasing demand.
Yanu-yanu-rua confirms 60 mega litres of water is needed daily in the reservoir to cater for everyone however the Water Supply Department is short this amount by 10 mega litres having only 50 mega litres in storage therefore resulting in the water shortage and water cuts experienced in alot of areas. He adds a lot of rainfall is needed to help increase the water levels at the various catchments to cater for everyone.
Muslims around the country celebrated Prophet Mohammed's birthday today.
The celebration in Fiji was held at the Vodafone Arena where more than 2,000 thousand people turned up to be part of the celebration from 10am to 2pm this afternoon.
Speaking after the celebration, Chief Guest Maulana Mohammed Faiyaz who came from Holland called on the nation to put their racial differences aside and live together in peace and unity.
The Valelvu Muslim League branch hosted the celebration today.
Residents Frustrated Over Water Cuts
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