Rakiraki Town flooded
Rakiraki Town is flooded. This has been confirmed by Divisional Planning Officer West Sitiveni Tavaga who says that this is due to the heavy rain which has been on going from last night. Tavaga also confirms t
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Rewa River water level continues to rise
A flood warning remains in force for low-lying areas adjacent to Rewa river and downstream of Nausori town. The water level at the Rewa river was 5.64 metres earlier this morning which is 1.14 metres above warning
58 evacuation centres open throughout the country
There are 58 evacuation centres open throughout the country. The Central Division has 10, the Eastern Division has 38 while the Western and Northern Division has 5 each. A total number of 844 people are taking
Rewa river has burst its banks
The Divisional Planning Officer Central Sakiusa Ravatu has confirmed that the Rewa river has burst its banks. Ravatu says the nearest evacuation centre is in Vunivivi, Nausori. He says if the scenario worsens,
Heavy rain warning cancelled for most places in Fiji
A heavy rain warning remains in force for Vanua Levu, Taveuni, Lau and the Lomaiviti Group but is cancelled for the rest of Fiji. A flood warning remains in force the low lying areas and small streams adjacent and
People in Rakiraki town area advised to evacuate to safe grounds
People in the Rakiraki town area are advised to evacuate to safe grounds or an evacuation centre immediately. Rakiraki town is now closed and Naqoro flats and the Fiji Sugar Corporation roads are flooded. The
Heavy rain and flood warning remain in force
A heavy rain warning remains along with a flood warning for the low lying areas and small streams throughout the country. A strong wind warning remains in force for all land areas of Fiji. A flood warning is n
Flood warning remains in force
A heavy rain warning remains in force and a flood warning is still in force for the low lying areas and small streams throughout the country. A flood alert remains in force for the low lying areas and the downst
Flood alert in force for low lying areas
A heavy rain warning remains in force for most of the places in Fiji. A flood warning remains in force for the low lying areas and downstream of Waimanu Station and for the low lying areas and small streams fo
Be prepared for strong winds and heavy rain from today
People are advised to prepare for strong winds and continuous heavy rain from today into tomorrow and Saturday. A strong wind warning is in place for all land areas of Fiji and all waters in Fiji. Please take
Heavy rain warning remains in force
A heavy rain warning remains in force for the whole of Fiji. Nadi Weather Office Director, Ravin Kumar says the Tropical Disturbance was located 430 kilometres North North West of Nadi earlier today. The activ
Heavy rain warning remains in force for whole of Fiji
A heavy rain warning remains in force for the whole of Fiji. The Nadi Weather Office says the Tropical disturbance was located about 500km North West of Nadi earlier this morning. It is currently slow moving.
Heavy rain alert and strong wind warning in force for whole of Fiji
A strong wind warning for all land areas and a heavy rain alert remains in force for the whole of the country. The Nadi Weather Office says the low pressure system approaching Fiji has now developed into a Tropical
FRU disappointed at Ben Ryan's comments
The Fiji Rugby Union has expressed its disappointment at former Vodafone Fiji 7's coach Ben Ryan's constant remarks about the Fiji 7s team and his ongoing tweets about the performance of the team. Fiji Rugb
Konrote calls for inter‑faith discussions
President Jioji Konrote is calling for inter‑faith discussions on how we can harness the power of faith to better our society. While speaking at the National Celebration of the Prophet Mohammed’s birth
Navua man found dead is alleged to have taken his own life
The man who was found dead in his home in Navua yesterday afternoon is alleged to have taken his own life. Police Spokesperson Ana Naisoro says this will be determined after the post mortem is conducted.
Fiji celebrates Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama says Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday is the occasion that serves as an opportunity to appreciate the diversity of thought we enjoy in our society. In his message on this occasion
England defeats South Africa to be crowned new Cape Town 7s champs
England is the new Cape Town 7s champion after they beat South Africa 19-17 in the final this morning. England have not won a tournament since Tokyo in 2015. It was a tense start after a loose pass from them t
Fiji 7s team defeat USA in 5th place semifinal of Cape Town 7s
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team has defeated USA 28-12 in the fifth place semifinals of the Cape Town 7s. Fiji scored four converted tries to book their place in the fifth place final against Kenya. Fiji's tries
Fiji bundled out of Cape Town 7s cup semis after losing to England
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team has lost to England 31-26 in their quarter final match of the Cape Town 7s. Fiji's defence was the main factor of their loss as England came back strongly to beat them at extra time.