Tuvalu moved to declare a state of emergency, but that was merely indicative of a crisis unfolding in the Pacific.
Sione Fanga Taufa, Associate Dean Pacific and Professional Teaching Fellow, University of Auckland noted the Pacific's heavy reliance on imported fuel and the long and fragile supply chains.
His story in the Auckland University, Waipapa Taumata Rau website outlines the issues and 'navigating the road to resilience'. I recommend reading it.

