The Sun will be directly over the latitudes of Sri Lanka from April 5 to 15, the Meteorology Department said.
The nearest areas over which the sun is overhead today (05) are Thalpe, Walipitiya and Thihagoda at about 12:13 noon. Polonnaruwa and Vavuniya are recording the highest temperature of over 35 degrees.
Earlier this week, the Health Ministry advised the public to remain hydrated and avoid being exposed to direct sunlight. Elderly persons, children and mothers-to-be are more prone to dehydration and heat-related illnesses during warm weather.
The Committee on High Posts has approved the nomination of Former Air Force Commander Air Chief Marshal (Retd.)
Former Chairman of SriLankan Airlines, Nishantha Wickramasinghe, arrested on allegation of corruption by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has been remanded until July 1 by the Colombo Magistrate court.
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