disaster management
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Vanuatu approves targeted Ambae response as ash and acid rain spread; no mass evacuation yet
Ambae faces a new phase of volcanic activity as officials roll out a targeted response, dispatching a rapid-assessment team while ash and acid rain affect surrounding communities. Evacuation plans remain uncertain, keeping residents alert to evolving warnings and protective steps.
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Gau villagers back government for three terms, citing roads, solar freezers and boreholes in Fiji’s rural development push
Gau’s villages are sending a clear message: continued leadership is delivering tangible gains on the ground—from roads and solar freezers to boreholes. With new plans for rural policy, a local shipbuilding facility, and expanded training, the future looks more connected and resilient.