20 Residents Take Shelter At Nadera Methodist Church Hall
Members of the public leaving in areas vulnerable to landslides are advised to be cautious of their surroundings and take precautionary measures should the need arise.
Monday 07 October 2019 | 22:21
One evacuation centre in the central division has been activated.
The National Disaster Management Office confirmed that 20 residents (3 households) from Veiraisi are at the Nadera Methodist Church Hall.
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1 Evacuation Center Activated 🚨
Nadera Methodist Church Hall ⛪has been activated sheltering 20 residents👪👨👩👧👪 (3 Households ) from Veiraisi. #TeamFiji#Evacuation
— Fiji National Disaster Management Office (@FijiNDMO) October 7, 2019
The general public are advised to take heed of the heavy rain warning that has been issued for most parts of the country.
People living in low lying areas are to exercise caution as heavy rain continues. Families are urged to prepare accordingly should the need to evacuate arise.
The NDMO is urging motorists to take extra precaution as landslides/landslips are likely to happen if heavy rain continues.
Members of the public leaving in areas vulnerable to landslides are advised to be cautious of their surroundings and take precautionary measures should the need arise.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education advises parents, guardians and heads of school to take precaution in sending students to school and in opening schools. Where there is any doubt, rather err on the side of caution and heads of school should remain vigilant and be on standby to assist students and parents. Where a school is closed, students should take the opportunity to continue their revision in preparation for exams.
Members of the public can contact:
Fiji Roads Authority (FRA) by phone on 5720
Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) on 132 333 or 913
The National Fire Authority (NFA) on 910
Fiji Police Force on 911 for emergency situations.
Continue to monitor weather bulletins and forecasts on the radio or on the Fiji Meteorological Services Website at www.met.gov.fj
Heavy rain has dislodged boulders at Edinburgh Drive.
Motorists are advised to be vigilant and use alternative routes.
Contractors have been notified to set up temporary traffic management and clear the road.
— Fiji Roads Authority (@FijiRoads) October 7, 2019
