Madagascar braces for heavy rains and cooler temperatures
The national weather service issued a red alert for rainfall in specific regions starting October 30, 2026.
Madagascar will experience a significant drop in temperatures across the island starting October 30, 2026, and continuing through Sunday. The southern part of the country is expected to have dry weather, while other areas will see unstable atmospheric conditions.
A red alert for heavy rainfall has been issued for the Matsiatra Ambony, Fitovinany regions, and the Ifanadiana district. The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (Mesupres) also stated that documents for all scholarship applications are valid for one year, with no charge for processing.
In preparation for the rainy season, the Agency for Public Investment Projects (Apipa) cleared debris and trash from the Andriantany canal in Ampefiloha to ensure water flow. This cleaning operation is ongoing in other locations.
Why it mattersResidents in Matsiatra Ambony, Fitovinany, and Ifanadiana face potential flooding due to heavy rainfall alerts.