Red warning issued for heavy rains in several areas
May 13, 2026 10:17 am
A red warning for heavy rains in several areas of the country has been issued by the Department of Meteorology.
Accordingly, the prevailing showery conditions are expected to continue further due to the low-pressure area in the vicinity of Sri Lanka.
The Met. Department said very heavy showers above 150mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Northwestern provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts.
Heavy showers of about 100 mm are likely at some places elsewhere on the island, it added.
Therefore, the general public has been requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by heavy rain, strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.
