Chaos in Marsascala as seaside road completely flooded

Feb 9 2023

The public has been warned to stay indoors as Malta’s precarious weather condition as a result of Storm Helios persists, with damages and flooding across the island.

Multiple events across Malta and Gozo have been cancelled, with food delivery app Wolt temporarily suspending their service whilst the Gozo Channel service has been halted between Thursday and Friday.

The anticipated storm hit Malta on Wednesday evening, cause by a depression over Algeria moving towards the Mediterranean.

Earlier today, an orange warning was issued by the Meteorological Office, with authorities urging the crowd to remain vigilant and practice caution when leaving their homes and commuting.

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200 more boxes sent to Turkey as collected by Gozo Ministry

Feb 9 2023

Gozo Minister Clint Camilleri took to social media to announce that another 200 boxes have been sent to Turkey to help the survivors of the devastating earthquake which hit Turkey and Syria.

‘The second collection of clothes, blankets and other important supplies has been packaged as it begins its way to Turkey and the damaged zones’ the Minister explained.

The Minister thanked everyone who contributed to this great cause, saying that the ministry will continue welcoming more donations until 8pm today, Thursday 9th February.

People can also donate via the Turkish Embassy in Valletta or via various other organisations collecting resources for the struggling populations.

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Orange weather warning issued as Storm Helios hits the Maltese Islands

Feb 9 2023

As Malta continues to face strong winds and heavy rain as a result of Storm Helios, these conditions show no signs of slowing down with an orange wind warning in the last moments.

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Greater damage and stagnation is expected in the coming hours, with multiple events being cancelled and the Gozo Channel halting its operations on Thursday and Friday.

Such conditions are expected to persist on Thursday evening and tomorrow Friday 10th February, with the authorities urging the public to take the necessary precautions when commuting and travelling.

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Malta’s carnival to return between 17th and 21st of February 2023

Feb 9 2023

Minister for National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici announced that, after two years of reduced editions, Malta’s carnival will be returning this year with the original format between the 17th and 21st off February 2023.

During a press conference, the details for the official 2023 carnival were given by the Minister, who described the carnival as one of the most important events in Malta’s cultural calendar.

The government is committed to invest further in it, the Minister explained. ‘This is not only done through words but through an investment of €1.2 million in tractors and trailers which will be used by the Carnival floats.’

Bonnici also praised the various artists who make it their mission to make the carnival a feast of talent and artistry.

Festivals Malta chairman Aaron Zahra said that the level of carnival in Malta is already very high. However, he said, through these investments, whilst also adhering to various environmental and sustainable goals whilst celebrating.

The carnival is of course coming after years of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, said Zahra. ‘The anticipation for carnival of this year is great. We encourage the public to attend the activities being prepared for carnival as we offer the best cultural experience for everyone who is interested.’

On their part Carnival artistic director Jason Busuttil and Festivals Malta Chief Executive Annabelle Stivala explained that this year’s carnival will not be possible without all the artists involved.

Festivals Malta will also be organising new measures which will help collect any waste left over to ensure that the festival is celebrated in a sustainable fashion.

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