The Department of Meteorology has issued an amber advisory for severe lightning in Uva Province and the Ampara and Batticaloa districts, warning residents to take necessary precautions.
According to the advisory issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday (October 25), thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely at several locations in the affected areas.
The warning remains valid until 11 p.m. on October 25.
The department also warned that temporary, localised strong winds could occur during thundershowers.
Residents have been advised to seek shelter indoors, avoid standing under trees and stay away from open areas such as paddy fields, tea plantations and bodies of water during thunderstorms.
The public has also been urged to avoid using wired telephones, connected electrical appliances and open vehicles, including bicycles, tractors and boats, during thunderstorms.
Authorities have warned residents to remain cautious of fallen trees and power lines.
The Department of Meteorology advised anyone requiring emergency assistance to contact local disaster management authorities.
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