White alert for heavy rain in northern and central Maldives

Maldives Meteorological Service has issued white alert for northern and central Maldives, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds. 

The white alert is effective from 12:30 pm to 05:30 pm on Monday, for the area from HA. Atoll to Th. Atoll. 

Maldives Meteorological Service forecasts the area will be affected by heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds of 19-24 miles per hour, with gusts of 45 miles per hour. 

Seas are expected to be rough, with waves expected to reach heights of 5-8 feet, said the service. 

Seafarers have been advised to be cautious. 

Maldives is currently experiencing the effects of the Hulhangu Monsoon (South-West Monsoon).