The Department of Meteorology has issued an ‘Amber’ advisory for severe lightning affecting several provinces and districts.
The advisory, released at 1:00 p.m. today (10), will remain in effect until 11:30 p.m..
According to the Met Department, thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely in several areas of the Uva Province and the Ampara, Batticaloa, and Hambantota districts.
It further warned of temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers.
The public is advised to take necessary precautions to minimize the risk of damage caused by severe lightning activity.
