The Department of Meteorology has issued an amber-level lightning warning for several districts across the country, cautioning the public of possible thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning.
The warning, issued on November 7, is valid from 1.00 p.m. today until 1.00 a.m. tomorrow (08).
The warning covers all Divisional Secretariat divisions in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Galle, Kandy, Kegalle, Kurunegala, Nuwara Eliya, Puttalam, Badulla, Mannar, Matara, Matale, Monaragala, Ratnapura, Vavuniya and Hambantota districts.
Selected areas in Anuradhapura, Ampara, Kilinochchi, Polonnaruwa and Mullaitivu districts are also expected to be affected.
The Department cautioned that lightning could pose a risk of serious injury or death to people outdoors, while strong winds and heavy rainfall may also occur.
The public has been advised to seek shelter in sturdy buildings or enclosed vehicles, avoid open areas and water bodies, and refrain from outdoor activities during thunderstorms. (Newswire)
