The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory warning of severe lightning for the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North Central, Eastern and Uva provinces, as well as the Mullaitivu District.
The advisory is valid until 11.30 p.m. today (17).
According to the Department, there is a high possibility of severe lightning accompanied by thundershowers at several locations in the above areas during the evening and night.
Temporarily strong winds may also occur in these areas during thundershowers.
The Department of Meteorology has urged the public to take necessary precautions to minimise the risk of lightning-related accidents.
