Tropical cyclone EVAN heads for Fiji (warning)

Tropical storm EVAN struck Samoa today, causing flash floods, electricity outages and widespread damage in Apia. The airport was affected and the city was evacuated. The main airport has been affected, and the city evacuated. The storm is expected to intensity as it heads for Fiji where storm warnings have been issued for Asau, Mata-Utu and Naduri. Travellers should monitor local weather and emergency reports and take shelter when necessary.