The low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, located approximately 600 kilometres from Trincomalee, is expected to bring rain to several parts of the country today (November 15), according to the Department of Meteorology.
The system is expected to move northwestwards, further away from the eastern coast, and may intensify into a depression.
It is forecast to develop into a cyclone tomorrow (November 16), with an increase in rainfall expected due to its influence.
Meanwhile, the public has been advised to refrain from fishing and naval activities in the sea areas extending from Kankesanthurai to Hambantota, via Trincomalee and Pottuvil, until further notice.
Fishermen and naval personnel currently operating in these areas have also been urged to move their vessels to safer locations.
