The Department of Meteorology has issued a heavy rain advisory warning of severe weather conditions affecting several provinces across Sri Lanka, effective until 6:30 p.m. on October 13.
Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre at 6:30 p.m. on October 12 the bulletin warns that showers or thundershowers will occur across most parts of the island. Under a Red Warning (Take action) risk level, heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm is likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces, as well as in the Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts. Meanwhile, an Amber Advisory has been issued for remaining regions depicted under moderate risk.
Residents and authorities in the affected areas are advised to stay alert to potential heavy downpours and associated hazards during the valid period. (Newswire)
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