The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory warning of severe lightning for the North Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, Western, Southern and North Central provinces, as well as the Mannar District. The advisory states that there is an increased possibility of severe lightning accompanied by thundershowers in several areas of these provinces and Mannar during the evening or night. Temporary strong winds may also occur during thunderstorms.
The public is urged to take necessary precautions to minimise the risk of accidents caused by lightning.
