A heat index advisory has been issued to Western, Southern, Eastern, North-central provinces and Kurunegala, Killinochchi, Vavuniya and Mullaitivu districts.
The Meteorology Department issuing the warning of the heat index, said the temperature felt on the human body is expected to increase up to “caution” level.
Heat cramps and heat exhaustion is possible for those exposed to the heat in the above areas.
The Department requests the public to stay hydrated, limit strenuous activities, take breaks in the shade when outdoors and never leave children unattended in vehicles.
Wearing light weight and light coloured clothing is also recommended.
The Sun will be directly over the country till April 15.
A Sri Lankan wanted for financial frauds and under a red notice was arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport along with his wife and child as they were returning from India, Police said.
Mr. Gihan de Silva has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation, the Government Information Department announced.
The Government is considering abolishing the Office of the Chief of the Defence Staff (OCDS) when the term of office of its incumbent General Shavendra Silva ends on December 31.
The Bribery Commission has apprehended former Provincial Councillor and businessman Salochana Gamage, along with another businessman, in Pitakotte over a Rs. 9 million bribery case.
New commanders have been appointed to the Sri Lanka Army and Sri Lanka Navy.
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