As of 3 o’clock this afternoon, 3,648 people are taking shelter in 82 evacuation centres.
79 evacuation centres are active in the West, housing 3,592 people.
The Central Division has 56 people living in three evacuation centres.
So far there has been one death reported with one person still missing from yesterday.
The National Disaster Management Office says yesterday’s heavy rain was brought about by Tropical Depression 15 that has now alluded Fiji.
With Tropical Depression 14 settling in – more heavy rain is expected tonight till tomorrow.
The approaching Tropical Depression 16 from Vanuatu though expected to pass Fiji in a few days will also bring more rain.
“For the system that is now upon us we would be expecting some heavy rain tonight and we also have full tide and we also expect majority of our rivers in Viti Levu and Vanua Levu to also rise. This may carry on until tomorrow. So we request members of the public to be aware of the situation. The impeding flood waters we would expect from tonight and that is something we should be prepared for. It is also good if communities to prepare during day light,” said NDMO Director, Akapusi Tuifagalele.
Tuifagalele adds support teams are stationed at the various divisions and are on standby.
Those living in affected areas are advised to take precaution.
“If you have livestock move it to higher ground. Those who live in flood prone areas if you feel you are not safe move to the nearest evacuation centre. Schools are open for evacuees in areas. The Methodist church have also opened churches and halls in the affected areas as well. We are pleading for the children’s safety as well. We have lost already a life and do not want to lose another,” added Tuifagalele.