Heavy rainfall has caused flooding in several streets across Malé, prompting the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Fire and Rescue Service to carry out water removal operations.
The MNDF said its personnel are actively working to clear floodwater from affected areas, while sandbag barriers are also being placed as part of ongoing efforts to manage the situation.
The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET) has issued a yellow weather alert covering the area from Baa Atoll to Vaavu Atoll, including the Greater Malé region, warning that weather conditions are expected to worsen.
According to MET, periods of heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms are expected, with wind speeds potentially reaching 40 mph during squalls. Rough seas are also forecast.
Authorities have urged people travelling by land and sea to exercise caution due to the deteriorating weather conditions. The public has also been advised to take precautions against possible flooding.
