Yellow alert for heavy rain, strong winds in central Maldives

Maldives Meteorological Service has issued yellow alert for central Maldives, warning of heavy rain, strong winds and rough seas.

The yellow alert is effective from 10:30 am to 02:30 pm on Saturday, for the area from B. Atoll to M. Atoll.

Maldives Meteorological Service forecasts the area will be affected by heavy rain and strong winds of 25-30 miles per hour, with gusts of 50 miles per hour.

Seas are expected to be very rough, with waves expected to reach heights of 5-8 feet, said the service.

Seafarers have been advised to be cautious.

Maldives is currently feeling the effects of the Hulhangu Monsoon (South-West Monsoon).

Scattered rain with squally showers and thunderstorms are expected across the country.