The Fiji Police Force has issued a stern warning, emphasizing their commitment to taking action against individuals who fail to adhere to weather advisories.

A flash flood warning is now in effect for Qauia, Lami, and Marata Village in Wailoku, Suva.

As Fiji prepares for an approaching tropical cyclone, heavy rainfall is causing flooding in various parts of the country.

Tropical Disturbance 02F has rapidly escalated into a tropical depression overnight and is anticipated to elevate to Tropical Cyclone Two status within the next 24 hours.

In response to the prevailing Tropical Cyclone alert affecting Fiji, the Police Force is calling on all citizens to heed advisories and implement necessary precautionary measures to ensure their safety.

The Fiji Meteorological Office has issued an alert, urging the nation to remain vigilant for a potential tropical cyclone. Currently, a gale alert is in effect for the Yasawa Group, Mamanuca Group, Western and Northern Viti Levu, with plans to extend it to the entire country soon.

The Fiji Meteorological Service has confirmed that Tropical Depression 02F is anticipated to intensify into a Tropical Cyclone by tomorrow afternoon.

Tropical Disturbance TD02F, initially detected near the Solomon Islands is anticipated to drift towards Fiji early this week.

A heavy rain alert remains in force for the Northern Division, Yasawa, Mamanuca, Lau and Lomaiviti groups.

The Ministry of Finance has unveiled a number of ground-breaking financial initiatives targeted at enhancing the country’s resilience, marking a significant advancement in the fight against climate change and disaster risks.

The Ministry of Disaster Management acknowledges that Fijians in Nabavatu in Dreketi and Cogea in Bua are still residing in tents and incomplete houses due to previous tropical cyclones.

The Fiji Meteorological Service has stated that there is a slight chance of a tropical disturbance developing in the country next week.