Maldives Republic
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2 years, 8 months ago
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concerned
Four Islands Face Severe Flooding, Damages Due to Heavy Rain
Four islands (Goidhoo, Naifaru, Feridhoo, Maalhos) experienced severe flooding and damages due to heavy rains. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) confirmed the incidents and is working with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) to pump out flood water. NDMA provided over 1,000 sandbags to MNDF and sent water pumps to five islands, with 13 more to receive pumps next week. Precautionary measures are in place as rain is expected to continue. Last month, four islands reported flooding with damages worth MVR 1.4 million.