MNDF drains over 16,000 tonnes of water from Male
According to the MNDF, continuous rainfall since Saturday has caused flooding in multiple areas, including islands.
The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) has drained over 16,000 tonnes of water from flooded areas in Male, restoring roads to normal conditions.
According to the MNDF, continuous rainfall since Saturday has caused flooding in multiple areas, including islands. The MNDF and relevant agencies are continuing operations to drain affected islands.
As of today, 16,911 tonnes of water have been drained from Male. The MNDF has also:
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Assisted 131 households in the city
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Installed 976 sandbags
With roads now restored, irrigation work in the capital has been temporarily suspended. However, efforts continue in the following islands:
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K. Huraa
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K. Guraidhoo
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K. Hinmafushi
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K. Thulusdhoo
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K. Maafushi
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ADh. Maamigili
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Dh. Meedhoo
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F. Nilandhoo
The government has declared Sunday a public holiday due to the impact of the heavy rains.
