Advisory for severe lightning issued to several provinces

August 1, 2025 at 1:26 PM

The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Northern, North-central, Eastern and Uva provinces and Hambantota district today.

According to the weather advisory effective until 11.00 pm today, thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in the said provinces and district.  

The public has been requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused by lightning activity. (Newswire)