Weather advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
May 28, 2017 12:48 pm
The Sri Lankan Meteorology Department stated that the Southwest monsoon condition has established over the country and surrounding sea area.
Hence the public should expect windy conditions to continue over the sea areas around the island.
Fairly strong winds at times (up to 50-60kmph) can be expected over the island. These winds can be strengthened during showers.
The sea area off the coast extending from Kankasanthurei to Galle via Trincomalee, Batticaloa and Hambantotacan can get very rough at times as the wind speed can increase up to 60-70 kmph at times.
The other sea areas around the island can be rough at times as the wind speed can increase up to 60 kmph at times.
Naval and fishing communities are requested to be vigilant in this regards.