Weather

Environment •

Fiji

Fiji on high alert as landslides and flood warnings hit the nation

Authorities urge residents to stay cautious, avoid flooded areas, and follow official weather updates.

PMN NewsMon, 17 Nov

Pacific Region •

Cook Islands

Midday bushfire in Aitutaki sparks concern as remote island battles extreme dry conditions

The blaze sent smoke over homes and resorts. While no injuries or property damage were reported, the fire highlights the island’s extreme dryness and has renewed calls for stricter fire-safety rules.

Melina Etches, Cook Islands NewsWed, 12 Nov

Environment •

Tuvalu •

Kiribati •

Marshall Islands

'Oceans on Fire': Pacific faces rising heat and climate challenges

Scientists warn that without major reductions in global pollution, the region will keep experiencing severe weather events and damage to marine life.

Christine RovoiThu, 16 Oct

Environment

Pasifika in Nelson Tasman safe but alert as more rain looms, says community leader

As heavy rain threatens the region, Pasifika remain vigilant but largely safe, with community teams providing key information in Pacific languages.

PMN NewsMon, 30 Jun

Pacific Region •

Vanuatu

Vanuatu's homegrown solution to poverty and climate challenges

Through farming, training, and resilience-building, Nasi Tuan is transforming lives in one of the world’s most disaster-prone nations.

Khalia StrongTue, 06 May

Environment •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Severe weather chaos: Power outages and travel disruptions amid ex-Cyclone Tam

The authorities warn parts of Northland face no electricity for three days as fallen trees close roads and gale-force winds and heavy rain cancel flights and ferries in Auckland.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 17 Apr