Cloudy skies to continue across the island with more showers expected in Western, N-W & in Up-country

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The Department of Meteorological said in a general weather forecast that cloudy skies will continue to prevail over most parts of the island throughout the day with showers or thundershowers will occur at times over most parts of the island.

According to the weather forecast issued by the department, very heavy showers above 150mm are likely at some places in Western, North-western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Nuwara-Eliya and Kandy districts.

Heavy showers about 100 mm can be expected at some places in Uva and Northern provinces and in Matale, Galle and Matara districts.

The general public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

The forecast also said that it is expected that a low-pressure area will develop around the island during the next few days. Naval and fishing communities are kindly requested to be attentive in future weather forecasts.

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