Polling Hours Extended to 5PM Amid Heat and Long Queues
The Elections Commission extended voting hours to 5:00 p.m. due to extreme heat and long queues. Voters are participating in Local Council, WDC, and referendums polls. Malé recorded a 'feels like' temperature of 37°C. Turnout remained strong despite conditions.
The Elections Commission extended voting hours to 5:00 p.m. due to extreme heat and long queues. Voters are participating in Local Council, WDC, and referendums polls. Malé recorded a 'feels like' temperature of 37°C. Turnout remained strong despite conditions.
Low Confidence
Score: 0.50
The Elections Commission extended voting hours to 5:00 p.m. due to extreme heat and long queues. Voters are participating in Local Council, WDC, and referendums polls. Malé recorded a 'feels like' temperature of 37°C. Turnout remained strong despite conditions.
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