Male’ severely flooded following nonstop heavy rain

Male’ City has been severely flooded amid an ongoing bad weather spell in the Maldives.

Severe floods as a result of on-stop heavy rain in Male’ City have intruded homes and shops, leading to significant damage. Some vehicles parked on roads have also fallen as a result of strong winds.

Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF)’s Fire and Rescue Service is undertaking efforts to drain the floods. In this regard, 11 pumps have been placed across three areas in Male’ City.

Hulhumale’ has also been severely flooded in the heavy rain.

Islands have also reported significant damage following flooding caused by heavy rain and swell waves. MNDF is also active in these islands to minimize damage.

They include K. Maafushi, K. Guraidhoo, Dh. Kudahuvadhoo, Dh. Meedhoo, ADh. Maamigili, Sh. Narudhoo and F. Nilandhoo.

Notably, an orange alert which was issued to central Maldivian atolls from Baa Atoll to Thaa Atoll, has been extended until 23:00pm tonight.