Maldives Meteorological Service

Met Service issues white alert

Heavy rains and thunderstorms are also expected in the southern atolls, with moderate showers in other regions.

Torrential rain and tidal waves forecast for central Maldives

The Met Department has issued a severe weather warning for central Maldives, forecasting torrential rain, severe thunderstorms and swell waves for the stretch of atolls between Lhaviyani and Meemu Atolls for the next seven days.

Tidal swells not as bad as predicted

Tidal swells caused minor flooding in five islands in southern Gaafu Alif and Gaafu Dhaal atolls and Kolhufushi Island in Meemu atoll.

Malé hit by tidal swells

Tidal swells hit the eastern waterfront of Malé around 11:30pm last night, flooding the outer road and cafés and restaurants in the carnival area with water up to one and a half feet.

Strong wind and heavy rain forecast over the next 24 hours

Strong storms and rough seas cause nationwide damage

MNDF warns of bad weather, calls on seafarers to avoid sea travel

Bad weather affecting tourism