Pacific / Fiji

Fiji authorities improve access to miracle water site

15:17 pm on 6 October 2016

Access to a water source in a Tailevu village in Fiji that has been deemed miraculous has been upgraded by authorities.

Natadradave stream's water is said to heal skin diseases and eye problems. Photo: Water Authority of Fiji

The Natadradave stream's water is said to heal such conditions as skin diseases and eye problems.

Fiji media has been reporting on the water's apparent healing powers and the Fiji Ministry of Health has investigated.

Fijivillage.com reports the acting permanent secretary of health, Josefa Koroivueta, saying they have tested the water for bacteria but when it comes to healing powers that is beyond scientific measurement.

People queue to take bathe in the Natadradave stream's water said to hold healing properties. Photo: Water Authority of Fiji

Staff from the Water Authority of Fiji have upgraded the site.

Its chief executive Opetaia Ravai said this will allow more people to have access to the showers and the works done at the bathing area will increase water pressure.

The Fiji Times said the authority has also installed a strainer to prevent debris entering the water and has also cemented the areas around the bathing area.

The upgrade works had to be fast-tracked due to the numbers trying to reach the water site.

The Water Authority of Fiji has upgraded the site to improve access to the Natadradave stream. Photo: Water Authority of Fiji