MLC Vatulawa delivers water to islands hit by prolonged dry spell

The Government has completed emergency water deliveries to Druadrua and Macuata-i-Wai islands as prolonged dry conditions continue to affect maritime communities in the Northern Division.

The MLC Vatulawa delivered essential water supplies to communities experiencing shortages amid ongoing El Niño conditions.

According to a Government media release, the operation was coordinated through the Divisional Commissioner Northern Office under the Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and National Disaster Risk Management.

It was carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport and the Water Authority of Fiji (WAF).

The emergency operation forms part of the Government's response to water shortages affecting rural and maritime communities.

The Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and National Disaster Risk Management said it would continue working with relevant government agencies and stakeholders to monitor conditions and coordinate assistance.

Despite the deliveries, households have been urged to conserve water, carefully manage their available supplies and maintain safe water storage practices.

The Government warned that El Niño conditions were already affecting communities and that prolonged dry weather required continued preparedness.

Residents were reminded that every drop of water counted as dry conditions persisted.