The Maldives Meteorological Service has warned of heavy rainfall and the risk of flooding across parts of the country from 7 to 11 November as the southwest monsoon intensifies.
The office forecasts unsettled weather with occasional heavy showers and thunderstorms. Some islands may experience torrential rain and localised flooding. A yellow alert was issued for the area between Haa Alif and Alif Dhaal atolls earlier in the period.
Between 8:00 am on 6 November and 8:00 am on 7 November the highest rainfall recorded was 104.6 millimetres at Gaafu Dhaalu Faresmaathodaa. Authorities have advised the public to monitor updates closely, take precautions at sea and prepare for possible disruption.
Heavy rain has already caused flooding on several islands. The National Disaster Management Authority and island councils have been responding to water accumulation in streets and homes in affected areas.