The Department of Meteorology has issued an Amber-level weather advisory warning of severe lightning in several areas across the island.
According to the advisory, thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely in several locations across 22 districts today (11), with an increased risk of severe lightning during the evening and night.
Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm is also likely in some areas of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern and Uva Provinces.
The Department further warned that strong gusty winds reaching speeds of 60–70 kmph and temporarily very rough sea conditions may occur in sea areas during thundershowers.
The public has been urged to remain vigilant and follow official flood and landslide warnings issued by the relevant authorities.
People are also advised to take necessary precautions to protect livestock, crops and property, and to be prepared to move to safer locations if instructed by authorities.
The affected-area map and the list of locations likely to experience severe weather are provided below.
