Severe Tropical Cyclone Mal was located 145 km west-southwest of Nadi or 150 km south-southwest of Viwa or 225 km west-northwest of Kadavu at three this morning.

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Tropical Cyclone Mal has intensified into a severe tropical cyclone, reaching category three status as of midnight.

The Malolo Group is currently experiencing strong winds accompanied by heavy rain.

A widespread power outage is currently affecting the Western Division.