Police increasing patrolling and monitoring in all four divisions due to current weather situation

Police are taking all security measures in the four divisions in the country through increased patrolling and monitoring due to the current weather situation.

Members of the public are advised to take precautionary measures as we expect strong winds and heavy rain.

Chief Operations Officer ACP Maretino Qiolevu says with the Tropical Depression expected to develop into a tropical cyclone by tonight, the Force is advising the public that its personnel are on standby to help in evacuations and rescue missions.

He adds that officers have been instructed to maintain a presence at various locations and provide assistance when needed.

ACP Qiolevu is also advising parents and guardians to keep a close watch on their children and if they are found playing in flooded rivers, streams and crossings, parents and guardians will be questioned.

It has been noticed in the past that people keep ignoring advisories and warnings however ACP Qiolevu re-iterated that those found to be at fault could be charged with disobedience of lawful order under the Crimes Act.

He is also advising those affected by the heavy downpour to move to higher ground or to evacuation centres.