Red Advisory as Cyclonic Storm nearing Sri Lanka’s east coast

As a result, the country is likely to experience heavy rainfall and strong gusty winds. Cloudy skies will dominate most parts of the island, with very heavy showers expected in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Northwestern, and Central provinces. 

The department has issued a "Red" advisory for these regions, urging residents to be prepared for adverse weather conditions.

The advisory highlights that showers and thundershowers will continue intermittently in the Northern, North-central, Central, Western, and North-western provinces, as well as in the districts of Trincomalee, Batticaloa, and Kegalle. Authorities have urged the public to take necessary precautions and stay updated on weather forecasts.