Maldives National Disaster Management Authority

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Heavy rainfall in Kolamaafushi has caused significant damage, with floodwaters entering 45 homes and the island’s health center. Police and Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) personnel are currently active on the ground, assisting the island council and residents in relief efforts.

Heavy rainfall in Kolamaafushi causes significant damage as floodwaters enter 45 homes and the island's health center

Firefighters are currently working to extinguish a fire that broke out at a fuel shed located in the harbor area of Sh. Funadhoo.

Funadhoo Petrol Shed Fire: Major Crime Investigation team dispatched to the island for further inquiry

Efforts are underway to extinguish a fire that broke out at a petrol shed located in the harbor area of Sh. Funadhoo.

Fire at Funadhoo Petrol Shed: One building completely destroyed, causing significant damage!

The ongoing severe weather across the Maldives has caused significant damage to several islands in the atolls.

Severe storm damage reported across atolls: NDMA assesses situation and coordinates relief efforts

Flooding in Male'.

More than 80 buildings, including 33 houses in Male' affected by flooding

Heavy rain lashes Male'.

Maldives' current spell of bad weather to persist until Sunday: MMS

Weather warnings issued as conditions expected to deteriorate.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected to persist across much of the Maldives on Friday night

Weather: National Meteorological Service forecasts heavy rain across much of the Maldives.

Adverse weather persists; travelers urged to exercise caution at sea!

Addu Link Road severely damaged.

Authorities urge public to avoid using Addu Link Road unless for essential travel!

Heavy rain lashes Male' City.

NDMA urges vigilance against potential risks to the Maldives associated with El Niño!

The scene of the fire incident.

NDMA: Temporary assistance provided to 41 individuals following gas cylinder explosion and fire

Fire breaks out on the eighth floor of M. Birdline.

A fire has broken out on the 8th floor of M. Birdline

Although smoke affected several floors of the building following the incident, it did not sustain any major damage that would render it uninhabitable.

Fire at H. Fahivai: Four individuals provided with temporary housing