New Zealand is making a $100,000 contribution to relief efforts in Fiji in the wake of Cyclone Mick, Foreign Minister Murray McCully said today.
"Tropical Cyclone Mick forced around 3800 people in Fiji to evacuate their homes and we have reports that three people have died and three others are missing," Mr McCully said.
"There is localised damage to homes, roads and public utilities in Fiji as well as a need for humanitarian assistance in some areas." Mr McCully said Fiji remained a close neighbour despite New Zealand's differences with its ruling regime.
"Our contribution to relief efforts in the wake of Cyclone Mick is a reminder of New Zealand's continued willingness to help the people of Fiji."
