The island of Malta is being battered by high winds and tidal surges all along its coast, as seen in this footage caught today (February 24).

Footage shows the coastal town of Gzira being struck by the immense waves, with the beachside walk completely flooded and buildings being hit by the roiling tides.

The intense weather has been caused by a low pressure system settling over the island. Warnings have been issued for people to stay indoors due to flying debris.

Amega storm hitting gale force + hits the Maltese islands causing destruction. happening now. Huge tidal surge and monster waves with gale force 10 winds

A depression moved over the Maltese islands, bring gale force winds and a huge tidal surge, which pounded the beaches cause havoc and destruction. along the coastline and further inland. Warnings have been issued for people to stay indoors due to flying debris. The storm is still raging on now as I am posting these clips.