Met Department says showery conditions to continue

The Met Department says prevailing showery conditions in the island, particularly in the south western part of the country is expected to continue.

Showers and thundershowers will occur at times in the Western, Southern, Sabaragamuwa, Central and North-Western Provinces today.

Heavy falls (100-150 mm) are expected at some places, particularly in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces and in Galle and Matara districts. 

Showers or thundershowers will occur elsewhere particularly after 2.00 p.m. Heavy falls (about 100 mm) are expected at some places, particularly in the Uva province and in Ampara and Batticaloa districts.

There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers. General public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity.

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