-Police report 2 deaths due to ongoing bad weather
-1 death in Noro, 1 in Honiara. Investigations launched

BY JOHN HOUANIHAU

Two deaths have been reported with causes linked to the ongoing bad weather lashing the country.
One man died following a tragic weather-related incident in Noro, Western Province, on the afternoon of Tuesday, January 27, a police statement said yesterday [Jan 28]. Police say they are investigating this incident.
And, last night police called of its search and rescue operation after the body of the missing man was found along the Henderson seaside.
Police said the Noro incident occurred at around 2pm when a large tree collapsed onto a leaf-built residential dwelling during heavy rains and strong winds lashing the area.
Police add that the adult male occupant of the house sustained serious injuries as a result of the incident.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene, and the victim was transported to Helena Goldie Hospital for medical treatment.
Despite efforts by medical personnel, he was later pronounced dead, police said.
Police said in the statement that investigations are currently underway, with officers from Noro and Munda working together to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to the report, initial assessments suggest the death was linked to the extreme weather conditions experienced at the time.
Meanwhile, police last night reported the death of a man who had earlier been reported missing.
The body was located at the Henderson seaside and police were called in to retrieve it to the morgue, a police statement last night said.
Later family members were called in and identified the body as that of the late Ishmael Fiusilia, the police statement said.
Police had launched a search operation following a report of a missing person believed to have been washed away while attempting to cross the Lunga River near the Crusher Area, the statement said.
“Police are urging members of the public to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions during periods of bad weather, particularly in areas where large trees and unstable structures may pose a risk.”
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force, meanwhile, extends its deepest condolences to the family, relatives, and community affected by the tragic incidents during this difficult time.