Met. Dept. issues ‘red alert’ for heavy rains
December 17, 2019 05:18 pm
Due to active North-east monsoon conditions, the showery condition in the Northern, Eastern, Uva and North-central provinces is expected to enhance some extent during the next few days, says the Department of Meteorology.
Heavy falls about (100-150) mm are likely at some places in Eastern and Uva provinces and in Polonnaruwa and Mullaitivu districts.
Fairly heavy falls of about 100 mm are likely at some places in Sabaragamuwa and Western provinces and in Nuwara-Eliya and Galle districts.
Wind speed can be increased up to 50 kmph at times in North-Central, North-western, Central and Uva provinces and in Hambantota district.
The Meteorology Department has requested people living in hilly areas (particularly landslide-prone areas) to be vigilant on the prevailing weather condition.
