A heat index advisory was issued for today (April 17) with a warning that the Eastern, North-central, North-western provinces and Kilinochchi, Vavuniya, Mullaitivu, Mannar, Monaragala and Hambantota districts will experience a rise in temperatures.
The Department of Meteorology, issuing the warning of the heat wave, said the temperature felt on the human body is expected to increase up to “caution level.”
The Department requests the public to stay hydrated, limit stertorous activities, and take breaks in the shade when outdoors.
Wearing light-weight and light-coloured clothing is equally recommended.
The United States has told Sri Lanka that the disposition of the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Bushehr and its crew is a matter for Colombo to resolve under its own laws and international obligations, while signalling it is in active talks with Sri Lanka to contain Iran’s threat to US interests.
The government today granted permission for an Iranian warship with 208 on board to enter the country.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism today established a 24x7 Emergency Response Unit to coordinate matters related to the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
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