Fiji faces further extreme weather today as Tropical Cyclone Zena threatens to damage weak buildings and crops, and heavy rains bring “catastrophic” flooding, just over a month after the country was hit by Cyclone Winston.
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Locals lead the charge
Local Whakatāne team Woodchuckers became the first to cross the finish line at the 11th Oxfam Trailwalker this weekend, completing the course in 15 hours and 20 minutes despite the challenging conditions.
Oxfam Trailwalker debuts in Whakatane
Bay of Plenty hosts 11th annual Oxfam Trailwalker.
Oxfam water & hygiene expert reports back from cyclone hit Fiji
Oxfam water and hygiene expert Carlos Calderon has landed in Fiji, where Oxfam is gearing up its aid efforts following the complete destruction left by Cyclone Winston.
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Water high priority in Winston response
Access to clean water and sanitation will be one of the greatest needs in Fiji’s Tropical Cyclone Winston response, and must be prioritised. Clean water for drinking and hand washing is essential for the prevention of waterborne diseases after a disaster.
Fiji Government trying to contact Tropical Cyclone Winston black spots as death toll rises
The Fijian Government is still trying to contact areas that haven’t been heard from since being struck by Severe Tropical Cyclone Winston on the weekend. As the scale of devastation becomes more apparent, Oxfam may deploy more staff should assistance be required.
