August 6th 2023.
The police in Maldives have issued a warning to the public to avoid crossing the Sinamalé Bridge on Saturday due to unusually high surge waves in the area. This is a result of the southwest monsoon season, which has caused flooding in certain parts of Malé, particularly the Henveiru ward and sections of Majeedhee Road.
Videos of the incident have been circulating online, showing vehicles being swept away by huge waves. This has caused considerable harm to vehicles parked in the industrial area of Malé.
The Edition reported that authorities have recommended residents of Malé and Hulhumalé to choose four-wheeled vehicles if they must cross the bridge. However, motorcycles remain the more popular mode of transportation among Maldivians.
The Maldives Meteorological Service has issued a white alert from Kaafu Atoll to Addu City, warning about the potential for surge waves. The wave heights were observed to reach 0.94 meters on Saturday afternoon.
This comes after a Thane couple was defrauded of ₹2.2 Lakh by a fraudster operating through Instagram, ruining their Maldives vacation plan. It serves as a reminder to be vigilant and stay secure when making online transactions.
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