The Management of Anchor Bay Leisures Limited, operators of Popeye Village, has advised that earlier this afternoon a boulder on the border of the property became dislodged onto one of the structures at the perimeter of the Village.

At the time, Popeye Village had already been previously closed due to the persistent inclement weather afflicting Malta and Gozo which has caused unfortunate widespread damage and disruption. No person was involved in or effected by this incident, it said.

Storm Helios is currently battering Malta, and an Orange wind warning has been issued.

The Management immediately notified the Civil Protection Department about the incident and also lodged a Report with the Police Authorities.

Popeye Village will remain closed until all necessary assessment and verifications are carried out and all clearance works duly completed.