Advisory issued for heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm in several areas

Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm is expected in parts of the Western, Sabaragamuwa North-Western and Northern provinces, as well as the Anuradhapura district according to the Amber advisory issued by the Department of Meteorology.

The Department of Meteorology announced that showery conditions are intensifying across the island due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance prevailing in the vicinity of Sri Lanka.

Under the advisory valid until 3:30 p.m. on October 21, 2026 intermittent showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the aforementioned regions, with heavy falls likely at select locations. The public has been urged to remain prepared for potential disruptions. (Newswire)

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