The ongoing monsoon season in the Maldives has brought heavy rainfall to several northern atolls, resulting in widespread flooding and significant damage to numerous homes. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has received reports of these damages and is currently working with relevant authorities to provide assistance.

Situation in H.Dh. Nolhivaranfar:H.Dh. Nolhivaranfar is still experiencing very heavy rainfall, leading to severe flooding across the island. More than 60 homes have reported damages to NDMA. Water is rising from beneath many houses, causing damage to belongings. However, according to NDMA, the situation has not yet reached a point where evacuations are necessary. The island council, police, and residents are currently working together to place sandbags in flooded areas. The council has confirmed that it is still raining on the island.

Situation in Kulhudhuffushi City:Kulhudhuffushi City has also experienced heavy rainfall and flooding, with over 190 homes reporting damages to NDMA so far. The Kulhudhuffushi City Council is assessing the condition of these homes. The council, police, MNDF Fire and Rescue Services, and MRC are jointly working to drain water from the island. Rain has currently stopped in Kulhudhuffushi.

Situation in H.Dh. Noviram:Following heavy rainfall that started last night, H.Dh. Noviram has experienced flooding. Efforts are underway to drain water by digging trenches in 5 areas and using pumps. However, the island council has informed that the floodwaters have not yet fully receded. Approximately 95 percent of homes on the island have been affected by floodwaters, causing significant damage to belongings, and some families have already been relocated to other houses. To address this situation, the council has requested assistance from the MNDF.

Situation in Lh. Naifaru:Lh. Naifaru has also faced heavy rainfall and flooding, with 2 homes reporting damages to NDMA so far. However, the Naifaru Council has stated that there has been no situation requiring the evacuation of residents from any home. The council has reported that work is currently underway to place sandbags near affected homes and to pump out water.

NDMA's Response Efforts:NDMA is closely monitoring the situation in these islands. Arrangements are being made to identify individuals in need of humanitarian assistance and to coordinate with island councils to provide that aid.