Tropical Depression 06F centre was analysed about 450km northeast of Cikobia at 3am today.
According to Fiji Metrological Services it is currently moving towards Vanua Balavu at about 30km/hr and is expected to be over northern Lau waters by later today.
A heavy rain warning is in force for the Eastern and Interior of Viti Levu which includes Korovou, Nausori, Rewa, Naitasiri, Suva through to Navua.
The heavy rain warning is also in force for Vanua Levu, Lau and Lomaiviti group.
A strong wind warning is now in force for all land areas of Lau and Lomaiviti group, Vanua Levu, Taveuni and nearby smaller Islands, Eastern and interior parts of Viti Levu.