The Department of Meteorology says several parts of the island are expected to experience showers throughout today (30), with the possibility of fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 50 mm in certain areas.
According to the forecast, rain will occur at times in the Northern, Eastern, and Uva provinces, as well as in the Matale, Nuwara Eliya, and Polonnaruwa districts. Meanwhile, Kandy and Anuradhapura can expect several intermittent spells of showers during the day.The Met Department also noted that showers or thundershowers may develop after 2.00 p.m. in parts of the Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces, including the Kalutara district.
In addition, fairly strong winds reaching speeds of around 40 kmph are likely at times over the eastern slopes of the central hills, and in the Hambantota, Monaragala, and Ampara districts.
Misty conditions are expected during the early morning hours in parts of the Central and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in the Galle and Matara districts.
The general public is advised to take necessary precautions to reduce potential damage from localized strong winds and lightning associated with thundershowers.
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