The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa Provinces and the Galle and Matara districts.
Per the advisory, effective until 11.00 pm today (13), red alerts have been issued to 07 districts, while amber alerts have been issued to 08 districts.
Thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at some places, while there may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers.
The public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused by lightning activity. (Newswire)
