Heavy rainfall expected across central and western provinces

The Department of Meteorology issued a weather forecast on November 9 at 05:30 a.m., alerting residents to prepare for unsettled weather conditions across the island. Misty conditions are expected during early morning hours in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces, as well as in the Galle, Matara and Kurunegala districts.

Showers and thundershowers are anticipated to develop during the forenoon and afternoon, with the highest rainfall concentrated in specific regions. The Department has warned of heavy showers exceeding 100 millimetres at isolated locations across the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, Northern and North-Central provinces. The Galle and Matara districts are also expected to experience particularly intense rainfall.

Residents in these areas are advised to remain alert for potential flooding and landslips, particularly in hilly and flood-prone regions. The unsettled weather pattern is expected to persist throughout the forecast period, and authorities recommend taking necessary precautions and monitoring further updates from the meteorological department.