Fiji Warns of Power Cuts as Drought Drains Dams

Fiji may soon ration electricity as a long drought lowers water levels at its hydropower dams, a government minister warned. The dry conditions have reduced the water needed to generate power, the minister said. If the drought continues, the government could limit electricity use across the country. Hydropower is a major source of electricity in Fiji. Power rationing means cutting or limiting electricity supply to homes and businesses during set hours. The minister did not say when rationing might begin. Officials are monitoring water levels and rainfall in the coming weeks.