Power Outage
Learn how power outage affect the Maldives, including links to weather hazards, fuel dependency, and critical services, and what can be done to reduce risk.
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Hazards
Explore the Maldives’ most common hazards from fires and flooding to tsunamis and coastal erosion. Learn what causes them, how they impact our islands, and the steps you can take to stay safe. Being prepared starts with understanding the risks around us.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
Learn how antimicrobial resistance affects health in the Maldives and what individuals and communities can do to protect the effectiveness of life saving medicines.
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Epidemics
Epidemics pose a serious public health risk in the Maldives. Understand how outbreaks occur, their impacts, and the role of early action and public health guidance.
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Dry Period
Learn how dry periods affect the Maldives, from water scarcity to agricultural impacts, and what actions households and communities can take to reduce risk.
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Heavy Rain
Learn how heavy rainfall affects the Maldives, from surface flooding to transport disruption, and what actions to take when heavy rain and flood alerts are issued.
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Strong Winds
Strong winds are common in the Maldives and can damage homes, disrupt transport, and affect safety on land and at sea. Learn how strong winds occur, alert levels, impacts, and actions to stay safe.
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Haze
Haze affects air quality in the Maldives during certain periods. Learn the health risks, warning signs, and practical actions to reduce exposure and protect vulnerable groups.
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Squall
Understand squalls, their impacts, warning signs, and how to protect people and property during severe weather.
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Tornadoes
Tornadoes are rare in the Maldives but can cause sudden damage. Learn the risks, warning signs, and safety steps to stay prepared during severe weather.
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Thunderstorms & Lightning
Understand thunderstorm and lightning risks in the Maldives, including causes, impacts, MMS alerts, and essential preparedness actions for communities.
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Sea Level Rise
Discover how rising sea levels impact the Maldives and what it means for coastal safety and resilience.
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Coastal Erosion
Learn how coastal erosion and shoreline change affect Maldivian islands. Understand causes, risks, and actions communities can take to protect shorelines and preserve natural defen
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Swell Waves
Understand how distant storms cause swell waves that reach the Maldives, leading to flooding and erosion. Learn about alert levels and safety measures to protect your island and community.
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Tropical Disturbances
Learn how tropical disturbances affect the Maldives, what MMS warnings mean, and how to stay safe during low-pressure systems, heavy rain, and rough seas.
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Tropical Cyclones
Learn how tropical cyclones affect the Maldives and how to prepare. Understand MET warnings, safety steps, and how to protect your home, family, and community before, during, and after severe storms.
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Surface Water Flooding
Learn how surface water flooding happens in the Maldives and how to stay safe. Understand flood alerts, what to do before, during, and after heavy rain, and how to prepare your home and community.
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Tsunami
Learn how to stay safe before, during, and after a tsunami in the Maldives. Official NDMA community guidance on warning signs, evacuation routes, preparedness tips, and recovery information for residents and tourists.
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Fire Hazards
Understand Fire risks in the Maldives and steps you can take to prevent, respond, and recover safely.
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Coastal flooding
Learn how coastal flooding affects islands across the Maldives. Discover its causes, warning signs, and practical steps to stay safe before, during, and after floods. Protect your community and strengthen resilience through awareness and climate action.
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Heat Stress
Discover how rising temperatures and prolonged heat can impact daily life in the Maldives — and how simple actions can help you prevent, recognize, and respond to heat stress safely.
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