Fiji: Officials issue public advisory following volcanic eruption in Tonga, Jan. 15

Event

Fiji's National Disaster Management Office issued a public advisory late Jan. 15 in response to a volcanic eruption at Hunga-Tonga-Hunga-Ha'pai in Tonga. Officials are advising that persons near low-lying coastal areas stay out of the water and away from the shore due to strong currents and dangerous waves. The full advisory can be accessed by clicking here.

Advice

Move away from the immediate coastline; the event can be long-duration, and the threat may persist for hours. Heed the directives of the local authorities.

Resources

Fijian Government (Twitter)