The Fiji Meteorological Services has released a special weather bulletin, alerting residents about heavy rain anticipated in the Central and Eastern divisions, as well as the Southern Bua and Cakaudrove provinces. This weather event is attributed to a slowly-moving trough of low pressure affecting the Fiji area.
Rainfall and associated cloud cover are predicted to continue impacting the country until Thursday. In addition, a shallow Tropical Disturbance (TDO3F) is currently progressing southeast, moving away from Fiji.
The National Disaster Risk Management Office (NDRMO) has reported instances of flash flooding in certain areas within the Central Division. They are urging the public to refrain from crossing or swimming in flooded regions where water levels exceed knee height to ensure safety.
The inclement weather is also expected to potentially lead to traffic disruptions, prompting motorists to drive with increased caution. For ongoing information regarding road conditions, the public is encouraged to check the Fiji Roads Authority’s Facebook page or join their Viber community.
The NDRMO advises everyone to stay updated on weather conditions via the Fiji Meteorological Services (FMS), the official weather information provider for the region. They recommend visiting the FMS website or their social media platforms for the latest advisories.
Both the NDRMO and FMS will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further updates as necessary.
In summary, residents of Fiji are urged to remain vigilant as heavy rain and potential flooding are expected in multiple regions over the coming days. Staying informed and exercising caution can help ensure safety during these unpredictable weather conditions.
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