Situation in Savusavu is getting worse, as wind speed has picked up with occasional rain being experienced.

Elizabeth Mclaren of Naveria Savusavu said she had witnessed those living in lower areas have taken precautionary measures and have moved to higher

Meanwhile, residents of Vunicuicui outside Labasa town have been advised to leave their unsecured homes and take shelter at Vunicuicui Sanatan Dharam School.

A resident Subhash Chand said many cane crops may have been damaged and also houses may have been affected by strong winds.

About 20 people are sheltering at Muanidevo Indian School in Dreketi for safety reasons.

Master Shalendra Raj who is also taking shelter at the center said many people who took shelter do not have secured homes and have moved with their families.

According to Raj they are encountering strong winds and rainfall as they are concerned that weather may worsen in the next few hours.