The Ministry for Home Affairs, Security and Employment has advised the public of the Yellow Weather Warning issued by the Civil Protection Department:

The Civil Protection Department advises that a Yellow Weather Warning is in effect across the Maltese Islands for tomorrow, Monday, the 26th of January.

It said that weather conditions are expected to worsen from the early hours of Monday, around 1am – 4am, with winds strengthening overnight and during the daytime, reaching Force 7 (Near Gale) at times, accompanied by higher gusts. Conditions may also include rough seas and light rainfall.

The CPD is urging the public to:

Exercise increased caution, particularly during the morning and daytime hours

Secure loose or outdoor objects

Remain alert to changing conditions

Follow official instructions and advisories issued by the authorities

Call 112 in case of emergency

The Civil Protection Department said that it remains on standby and continues to monitor the situation closely in coordination with other emergency services.

Further updates will be issued should conditions change.

Minister Byron Camilleri, while thanking all the workers who have carried out and continue to carry out work related to the storm, once again appealed to the public to cooperate and follow these precautions.?

Photo: Civil Protection Department

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