20th August : Warm weather alert issued for 10 districts

August 19, 2025 at 4:47 PM

The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for warm weather for the Eastern and North-central provinces and Hambantota, Monaragala, Vavuniya, Mullaitivu and Kilinochchi districts.

According to the department, amber alerts have been issued to 10 districts, effective tomorrow (20th Aug).

The department states that the Heat index, the temperature felt on the human body, is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in the districts.

The public has been warned that fatigue is possible with prolonged exposure and activity, and that continuing activity could result in heat cramps. (Newswire)