Record Rainfall in Malé Region Causes Flooding, Disruptions and Displacements

Record rainfall on December 31, 2023, caused widespread flooding in the Malé region, Maldives. Hulhulé Island recorded 179.9mm of rain in 24 hours, and Malé received 118.2mm, flooding over 140 homes and displacing 54 individuals from 11 households. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) coordinated relief with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) and Maldivian Red Crescent, providing sandbags and temporary accommodation. President Mohamed Muizzu visited affected areas. Flight delays and cancellations occurred at Velana International Airport.

Record rainfall on December 31, 2023, caused widespread flooding in the Malé region, Maldives. Hulhulé Island recorded 179.9mm of rain in 24 hours, and Malé received 118.2mm, flooding over 140 homes and displacing 54 individuals from 11 households. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) coordinated relief with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) and Maldivian Red Crescent, providing sandbags and temporary accommodation. President Mohamed Muizzu visited affected areas. Flight delays and cancellations occurred at Velana International Airport.

Record rainfall on December 31, 2023, caused widespread flooding in the Malé region, Maldives. Hulhulé Island recorded 179.9mm of rain in 24 hours, and Malé received 118.2mm, flooding over 140 homes and displacing 54 individuals from 11 households. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) coordinated relief with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) and Maldivian Red Crescent, providing sandbags and temporary accommodation. President Mohamed Muizzu visited affected areas. Flight delays and cancellations occurred at Velana International Airport.

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