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Feels-like temperature rises to 43 degrees

Temperatures of over 430 degrees were recorded in some parts of the Maldives on Sunday.

According to the Maldives Meteorological Service, the temperatures recorded across five stations show the 'feels-like' temperature rose the most at Hulhule island, where Velana International Airport is located. A high of 43 degrees was recorded in Hulhule.

The feels-like temperature exceeded 40 degrees in the north and central areas. While a feels-like temperature of 41 degrees was recorded in HDh. Hanimaadhoo, MMS said temperatures between 38 to 39 degrees were recorded in L. Kadhdhoo, GDh. Kaadedhdhoo, and S. Gan.