Death Toll Rises In Fiji

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10 People reported to be killed in Fiji due the monster cyclone “Winston” becoming the powerful and worst’s cyclone hit in the history of Fiji. Winds that reached 184mph lashed the tiny island in the Pacific Ocean causing heavy flooding.

Fiji Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama, who said that the government is “thoroughly prepared to deal with this crisis,” declared a state of emergency that will be in effect for the next 30 days. “The damage has been widespread, homes have been destroyed, many low-lying areas have flooded, and many people have been left stunned and confused about what to do,” he said. He said that the police and military had been brought in to help with rescue operations and the general cleanup, and that government agencies were working overtime to clear roads and restore power. “This is a time of sorrow, but it will also be a time of action,” Bainimarama said. “We will stand united in the face of this disaster.” 150 houses have been confirmed destroyed and another 60 were damaged due to the cyclone so far.

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