In the wake of heavy rainfall, several roads in the Western and Northern Divisions of Fiji are currently closed due to flooding. This has impacted travel and accessibility in various areas, particularly around Ba, Tavua, and Rakiraki.
The following roads are among those affected:
– Kings Road (Surface flooding, accessible via Natalecake, Ba)
– Maururu Road, Crossing No.1 (Ba)
– Sorokoba Road, Crossing (Ba)
– Koroboya Crossing No.1 (Ba)
– Varadoli Crossing (Ba)
– Balata Flat – Nadarivatu Road (Tavua)
– Mataniwai Road (Tavua)
– Nacovu Crossing (Tavua)
– Namunamu Crossing (Rakiraki)
– Dreketi Crossing (Rakiraki)
– Vunikavikaloa Crossing (Rakiraki)
– Savusavu Crossing (Rakiraki)
– Narara Crossing (Rakiraki)
– Raiwaqa Crossing along Kavanagasau Road
– Alea Crossing, Naiviqiri Road, Navakasiga, Bua
For the latest updates and additional information, residents are encouraged to contact the Fiji Roads Authority at their toll-free number 5720, available Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.
It is essential for the community to stay informed about these closures to ensure safety and make alternative travel arrangements. While the flooding disrupts daily life, it also showcases the resilience of the Fijian community in facing environmental challenges. The weather is expected to improve, providing hope for the reopening of these roads and a return to normalcy.
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