A flood warning is in force for all low-lying and flood-prone areas adjacent to and downstream of the Nakauvadra River in Rakiraki Town, Naseyani along the Yaqara River, and Tavua at Nasivi and the Tavua Town Bridge.
A flood alert also remains in force for the Ba River flood plains and the upper Tavua reach.
According to the Fiji Meteorological Service, Tropical Cyclone Urmil, a Category 2 system, lies to the west-southwest of Kadavu and continues to track southeastwards.
Active rainbands associated with the cyclone, combined with strong northwesterly winds, are affecting much of the Fiji group.
Weather officials warn that these conditions are increasing the risk of river flooding, particularly in catchments already saturated by persistent rainfall.
High tide in Lautoka is at 4:48p, while in Suva it is at 4:53pm.
Authorities say the combination of continued heavy rainfall, rising river levels and elevated tide levels may further worsen flooding impacts in affected areas.
Based on near real-time river level data and rainfall forecast information, water levels in Rakiraki, Tavua and Ba are steadily increasing above alert and warning thresholds.
Residents in affected and downstream communities are urged to remain vigilant, avoid river crossings and flooded roads, and continue following all official weather warnings and advisories as the situation develops.
