Heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm is expected in several parts of Sri Lanka today (10), with the Department of Meteorology warning the public to remain vigilant against adverse weather conditions.
According to the department, heavy showers are likely at some locations in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces, as well as in the Galle and Matara districts.
Showers or thundershowers are expected at times in the Northern Province and the Trincomalee District. Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers are likely in other parts of the island after 1.00 p.m.
The department also said that morning showers may occur in coastal areas of the Southern Province.
Misty conditions are expected during the morning in some areas of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces, as well as in the Galle, Matara and Kurunegala districts.
Public Advised to Exercise Caution
The Meteorology Department has urged the public to take necessary precautions against temporary strong winds and lightning that may occur during thundershowers.
Sea Areas Around the Island
Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers are also expected at several locations in the sea areas surrounding the island.
North-easterly winds are forecast at speeds of 20–30 kmph, occasionally increasing up to 40 kmph in the sea areas extending from Mullaitivu to Puttalam via Kankesanthurai.
Sea conditions are expected to remain slight to moderate under normal circumstances.
However, the department warned that temporarily strong gusty winds reaching 60–70 kmph could occur during thundershowers, accompanied by very rough sea conditions.
