Mauritius Environment & Climate News
From cyclone warnings and coral reef conservation to climate change policy and marine protected areas, MauritiusNews.com covers the environmental issues that matter most to this island nation, including lagoon pollution, invasive species, and the drive toward renewable energy.
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Mauritius Weather: Fair Skies This Saturday
Mauritius is set to enjoy largely pleasant weather this Saturday, according to the latest forecast from Météo Mauritius. Residents and visit…
Cold Snap: 14°C Highs and 50km/h Gusts Hit Mauritius
Mauritius is experiencing a notable cold snap, with temperatures on the island's central highlands dipping to as low as 14°C and wind gusts …
Storm Warnings Persist: 90 km/h Gusts Hit Mauritius
Mauritius is experiencing dangerous weather conditions as meteorological authorities maintain active alerts across the island, with powerful…
Strong Anticyclone Brings 90km/h Gusts to Mauritius
Mauritius is preparing for a significant bout of rough weather as a powerful anticyclone sweeps across the region, bringing with it wind gus…
Cold Front to Hit Mauritius This Friday
Mauritians should prepare for a significant shift in weather conditions starting this Friday, 28 August, as a cold front moves across the is…
Mauritius Weather: Showers & Above-Average Temps
Mauritius is set for a mixed afternoon, with localised showers expected across parts of the island while temperatures remain notably above t…
Mauritius Weather Forecast: This Monday
Mauritius residents are advised to keep a close eye on the latest meteorological updates this Monday, as the Mauritius Meteorological Servic…
Mauritius Weather: Showers Then Clearing Skies
Mauritius is waking up to a damp start this morning, with scattered showers affecting parts of the island before conditions are forecast to …
Mauritius Heatwave: Temps 3°C Above Normal
Mauritius is currently in the grip of an unseasonable warm spell, with the Meteorological Services recording temperatures running as much as…
Cloudy Skies and Rain Expected Over Mauritius
Mauritius is set to experience a grey and unsettled start to the day, with cloudy skies and intermittent rainfall expected across the island…
Rain and 50 km/h Gusts Hit Mauritius Regions
Mauritius is experiencing unsettled weather conditions, with showers reported across several regions of the island alongside wind gusts reac…
Strong Winds Hit Mauritius: Sea Trips Warned Off
Mauritius is experiencing a bout of unsettled weather, with the Mauritius Meteorological Services issuing an advisory warning of wind gusts …
Water Cuts Push Vegetable Prices Higher
Mauritius is bracing for a notable rise in vegetable prices as water restrictions continue to bite across the island. Farmers, already strug…
Rough Seas Warning for West & South Mauritius
Mauritius is facing a period of unsettled weather, with the Meteorological Services issuing a clear advisory urging residents and visitors t…
Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 240
A powerful earthquake has left a trail of destruction across Colombia, with the confirmed death toll climbing to 240 as emergency response t…
Rough Seas Warning for East & South Mauritius
Mauritius is currently experiencing hazardous marine conditions, with authorities strongly advising residents and visitors against venturing…
Top 10 Deadliest Earthquakes in Latin America
Latin America sits atop one of the most seismically active regions on Earth, straddling major tectonic plate boundaries that have historical…
Strong Winds Hit Mauritius: 60km/h Gusts
Mauritius is experiencing a spell of rough weather, with wind gusts recorded at up to 60 kilometres per hour across parts of the island. Met…
Strong Winds & Rough Seas Hit Mauritius
Mauritius is experiencing a spell of unsettled weather, with the Mauritius Meteorological Services issuing advisories cautioning the public …
Heatwave: Eight Departments on Orange Alert
A dangerous heatwave is keeping authorities on high alert across France, with eight departments remaining under orange vigilance as temperat…
Anticyclone Brings Rain and 60 km/h Gusts to Mauritius
Mauritius is set to experience unsettled weather conditions as an anticyclone system moves through the region, bringing intermittent rainfal…
Stranded Marine Mammals: Why You Must Stay Back
When a whale, dolphin, or other marine mammal washes ashore on Mauritius's coastline, the instinct for many onlookers is to rush in and help…
Strong Winds Hit Mauritius: 50 km/h Gusts
Mauritius is bracing for deteriorating weather conditions as the island's meteorological authorities have issued an advisory warning of wind…
Localized Showers Expected This Afternoon
Mauritians can expect a mix of sunshine and scattered showers this afternoon, according to the latest forecast from Météo France Réunion and…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main environmental issues in Mauritius?−
Key environmental challenges include coral reef bleaching from ocean warming, plastic pollution in lagoons, invasive species threatening native wildlife, deforestation, and the impact of coastal development on marine ecosystems. The government has committed to net-zero emissions by 2070.
When is the cyclone season in Mauritius?−
The cyclone season runs from November to April, with the peak risk period being January to March. Mauritius Meteorological Services issues class warnings from 1 (distant threat) to 4 (imminent severe cyclone) as storms approach.
Are there coral reefs around Mauritius?−
Yes, Mauritius is surrounded by a barrier reef enclosing a turquoise lagoon. The reefs are home to hundreds of marine species but face threats from warming sea temperatures, bleaching events, and anchor damage. Several Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been established to safeguard them.
What renewable energy does Mauritius use?−
Mauritius generates electricity primarily from coal and diesel, but is expanding solar, wind, and bagasse (sugarcane waste) generation. The government aims for 60% renewable energy by 2030 as part of its climate commitments under the Paris Agreement.