Heavy rainfall has resulted in flooding, causing several roads across the Western and Northern Divisions to remain closed. This situation is affecting transportation and access in various communities, with the following areas particularly impacted:
– Kings Road (Surface flooding, accessible – 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 those needing more information about the road conditions or alternatives, the Fiji Roads Authority is available for assistance via their toll-free number 5720, Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm.
Despite the inconveniences caused by the flooding, this situation highlights the importance of community preparedness for adverse weather. Authorities are actively monitoring the conditions, and it’s hoped that improvements in infrastructure and response strategies will lead to quicker recovery from similar events in the future.
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