The Fiji Sevashram Sangha has started their first phase of operations.

These include providing hot meals for hundreds of people taking shelter in evacuation centres in the Western Division.

Swami Sanyuktanand, who leads the team, said they had been feeding 500 people affected by the flood at evacuation centres daily.

“Fiji Sevashram since Thursday initiated its immediate relief response to Cyclone Zena floods which affected the Western Viti Levu,” Mr Sanyuktanand said.

Volunteers at the Lautoka Ashram also prepared hot meals for more than 500 people in Andrews Primary School in Nadi yesterday.

“Immediate emergency relief packs containing noodles, biscuits, tin fish and baked beans has also been prepared for direct distribution to the affected families,” he said.

Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama thanked the organisation for their support and the faith they have instilled in other Fijians affected by the recent flooding.

“Good job! Let’s continue having this comradeship in assisting others who are in need of help,” Mr Bainimarama said.

“Government is grateful to groups such as yours (FSS) in assisting Government reach out to meet the immediate needs of families affected.”

Edited by Paula Tuvuki

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