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In all, the storm could produce about a quarter-inch of rain in low-lying areas, and as much as a half-inch in the foothills, Lewis said.

Formerly known as the Ellice Islands, all are low-lying, with no point on Tuvalu being higher than 4.5m above sea level.

When the sea once flooded low-lying areas of South Asia, these dolphins moved inland - and when the waters receded, they stayed.

Violent winds have already downed trees and power lines, with roads flooded in low-lying areas as the storm approaches landfall.

Flash and riverine flooding is the biggest concern in low-lying areas.