A root crop processing factory in Nausori has been completely destroyed in a fire early this morning.

The incident occurred at River Road, Vunimono around 1.30am

The factory owned by a 49 year old businessman of Vuci Road, Nausori has not been in operation for the last 4 months.

The cause of fire is not known at this stage and the estimated cost of damage is $200,000.

An investigation is underway into the cause of the fire.