Safety in Fiji

Safety in Fiji involves preparing for natural hazards and reducing exposure to crime. Tropical cyclones, floods, storm surges, landslides, earthquakes, tsunamis, droughts and forest fires affect different islands and communities in different ways. Theft, assault, domestic violence, child abuse, drug offences and online fraud also require appropriate reporting and support.

Disasters

Disasters in Fiji include tropical cyclones, floods, storm surges, landslides, earthquakes, tsunamis, droughts and forest fires. Cyclone and flood risks are usually highest from November to April, with the greatest activity often between January and March, but exposure varies between islands, coastal areas, river valleys and inland districts. Fiji combines national coordination through the National Disaster Management Organisation (NDMO) with divisional, district and community response.

Crime

Crime in Fiji includes theft, burglary, assault, sexual and domestic violence, child abuse, illicit-drug offences and online fraud. The Fiji Police Force handles emergency response, investigations and reports through police stations, community posts and 24-hour telephone services. Access to help can be less even across rural and maritime communities, so police, health, child-protection and specialist support services may need to work together.

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