Weather: Severe lightning warning issued for 7 provinces

The Department of Meteorology has issued a severe lightning advisory for the Central, Sabaragamuwa, North Central, Eastern, Northern, Uva and Southern provinces, as well as the Kurunegala District.

The advisory, issued at 11.30 a.m. today (Oct. 20), is valid until 1.30 a.m. tomorrow (Oct. 21).

Thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely at several locations, with temporary localized strong winds possible during thunderstorms.

The public has been advised to seek shelter indoors, avoid open areas and trees, refrain from using wired electrical appliances during thunderstorms, and remain alert to fallen trees and power lines. (Newswire)

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