Severe weather including heavy rain and strong winds caused widespread damage across 20 Maldivian islands on Tuesday, flooding homes and infrastructure, with 256 households flooded in the capital Malé. The Maldives Meteorological Service recorded 89.4 millimetres of rainfall in Malé over 48 hours, and the government closed all government offices and schools nationwide on Wednesday.
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In the capital city of Malé, 256 households were flooded.
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In Malé, 23 people from five families sought refuge in temporary shelters, while families on four islands—Baarah, Kelaa, Ihavandhoo, and Hoarafushi—were also forced to relocate.
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The Maldives Meteorological Service (Met Office) recorded 89.4 millimeters of rainfall in Malé over the past 48 hours.
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