The Department of Meteorology has warned of heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm in several parts of Sri Lanka today (07).
According to the latest weather forecast, heavy showers are likely in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Northwestern provinces, as well as the Galle and Matara districts.
Showers or thundershowers are also expected at several locations in the Northern, Eastern and Uva provinces.
Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers are forecast in other parts of the country after 1 p.m.
The Met Department has warned of temporary strong winds and lightning during thundershowers and urged the public to take necessary precautions.
Misty conditions are also expected in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces during the early morning hours. (Newswire)