Yellow alert from Laamu Atoll to GDh. Atoll warning of heavy rain

Maldives Meteorological Service (Met Office) has issued a yellow alert for several southern atolls today, warning of heavy rainfall across the region.

The yellow alert is in effect from 15:00pm to 18:00pm from Laamu Atoll to Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. Heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecasted for the region during these hours.

Apart from this, Met Office has also issued a white alert Gaafu Alifu Atoll to Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, which is in effect until 17:00pm, warning of heavy downpours.

Although the weather alerts have primarily focused on the southern region, the Met has forecasted rainy weather conditions across various parts of the country on Friday.

In this regard, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across the central and southern atolls, with some islands likely to experience heavy rainfall.

Meanwhile, sea conditions are expected to remain moderate but could become rough during squalls. Wave heights are forecast to range between three and five feet.

Met Office has urged residents in the central and southern atolls to exercise caution amid the prevailing weather conditions.

Authorities continue to advise the public to monitor the latest weather updates and take the necessary safety precautions during the period of inclement weather.