Stormy Skies Over Maldives: Met Office Issues White Alert Amid Severe Weather
The Maldives Meteorological Service issued a White Alert on May 6, 2025, effective 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, covering Noonu Atoll to Vaavu Atoll. The alert warns of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 40 mph. This follows recent weather warnings, and residents and travelers are urged to exercise caution, especially in flood-prone and coastal areas.
The Maldives Meteorological Service issued a White Alert on May 6, 2025, effective 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, covering Noonu Atoll to Vaavu Atoll. The alert warns of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 40 mph. This follows recent weather warnings, and residents and travelers are urged to exercise caution, especially in flood-prone and coastal areas.
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The Maldives Meteorological Service issued a White Alert on May 6, 2025, effective 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, covering Noonu Atoll to Vaavu Atoll. The alert warns of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 40 mph. This follows recent weather warnings, and residents and travelers are urged to exercise caution, especially in flood-prone and coastal areas.
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