Tropical Storm | Atoll Times

Tropical Storm

Maldives braces for heavy rain, flood risk over 2 days

The current weather pattern is linked to a cyclone developing in the Bay of Bengal, which is influencing conditions in the region, including the Maldives.

High temperatures recorded; heat index continues to rise

Extended exposure to high heat indices can lead to heat stress, which may cause headaches, dizziness, dehydration, and other health concerns.

MET issues weather warning for next 2 days

This period is typically characterised by light rainfall, but recent weather patterns have seen record levels of rain.

Weather expected to improve after heavy rains across Maldives

According to the MET office, the rainfall was caused by a circulation in the region.

Top Stories

Top Stories

Storm rips through coastal South African province, killing 11

Trevor Freemantle, who was driving in the area, filmed dark clouds swirling above the suburb of La Mercy near Durban.

As Khanun forms, China warns of third typhoon in three weeks

Global average sea surface temperatures hit 21 Celsius (69.8 Fahrenheit) in late March.

Turkish ship with 12 crew missing in Black Sea

The region was hit by powerful storms on Sunday and the statement said the adverse weather prevented air and sea vessels from carrying out searches.

20 November 2023

Maldives at Intermonsoons as MET office expects more rain

He said the seas would not be rough during this rainy patch except for when the wind picks up.

Tropical Storm Ophelia lashes Mid-Atlantic with fierce winds

One of the hardest hit communities was Washington and North Carolina.

24 September 2023

What caused the storm that brought Dubai to a standstill?

The storm had initially hit Oman on Sunday before it pounded the UAE on Tuesday.

Flights cancelled in parts of UK, power outages in Ireland

In Scotland, rail and ferry services were also affected and faced disruption due to Storm Kathleen.

Record rainfall in Hulhule on Sunday

According to the MET, 179.7 millimetres of rain were recorded from 8 am Sunday to 8 am Monday.