Yellow Alert Issued Across Northern Atolls: Torrential Rain Expected

The Maldives Meteorological Service (MMS) has issued yellow alerts from Haa Alifu Atoll to Baa Atoll, warning of torrential rain.

These alerts are in effect from 09:30 hours to 13:30 hours today.

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The forecast warns of torrential rain and thunderstorms with gusts of wind reaching 45mph for the region. Met Office also warned that rough seas are to be expected.

Alert Yellow for torrential rain and thunderstorms with gust winds of 45 mph. pic.twitter.com/ibSuRQoDSo— Maldives Meteorology (@MetMaldives) March 2, 2025

Residents and visitors in the affected areas are advised by the MMS to remain vigilant and implement appropriate safety measures.

MMS categorises weather alerts as follows:

• White alert: Alert Level 1
• Yellow advisory: Alert Level 2
• Orange warning: Alert Level 3
• Red warning: Alert Level 4