World · Sri Lanka Bureau
Heavy rainfall warning issued for western and central provinces
The Department of Meteorology has forecast heavy showers exceeding 100 millimetres in several provinces across Sri Lanka on Friday. Residents in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Central provinces, along with the North-western region and Galle and Matara districts, have been advised to prepare for severe weather conditions.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
The Department of Meteorology issued a weather forecast on Friday morning indicating significant rainfall is expected across multiple regions of the island throughout the day. Heavy showers surpassing 100 millimetres are anticipated at some locations in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Central provinces, as well as the North-western province and the southern districts of Galle and Matara.
Early morning conditions are expected to include misty weather in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, and Uva provinces. Showers and thundershowers are forecast to develop at several locations in the Northern and Eastern provinces as the day progresses.
The meteorological department's forecast suggests residents in affected areas should exercise caution and take necessary precautions. Heavy rainfall of this magnitude may impact travel conditions, drainage systems, and outdoor activities. Authorities have not issued formal warnings or evacuation orders at this time, though the public is advised to monitor official weather updates throughout the day.