Advisory for Severe Lightning and heavy rain issued

The Meteorology Department has issued an advisory for severe lightning and heavy rain  to several provinces.

According to the warning, “Thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in
Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Northern provinces and in Trincomalee district. Fairly heavy showers above 75 mm are likely at some places. There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers. General public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity.”.

The Department of Meteorology advises that people should: seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees, avoid open areas such as paddy fields, tea plantations and open water bodies during thunderstorms, avoid using wired telephones and connected electric appliances during thunderstorms. Avoid using open vehicles, such as bicycles, tractors and boats etc. Beware of fallen trees and power lines. For emergency assistance contact the local disaster management authorities

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