Weather: Heavy Rain Warning in Mauritius Extended Until 4 AM Saturday

A heavy rain warning is in effect in Mauritius until 4:00 AM on Saturday, April 18, according to the bulletin issued by the Vacoas meteorological station on Friday, April 17.

Clouds associated with an instability zone coming from the east are influencing local weather conditions.

Scattered showers are expected during the night and into Saturday morning, which may be temporarily heavy and accompanied by thunderstorms.

Temporary water accumulations are possible in flood-prone areas. Visibility will also be reduced due to fog and heavy showers.

The public is urged to exercise caution and stay sheltered, avoid plains, hiking, and sea outings, and not to take shelter under trees in case of thunderstorms. It is also advised to avoid flood-prone areas and to be extra vigilant on the roads due to poor visibility.