The depression over south-east of Sri Lanka has intensified into a deep depression and is centered near latitude 6.7°N and longitude 82.1°E, about 120 km south-east of Batticaloa, Department of Meteorology said in its latest weather forecast today (27).
“It is very likely to move nearly north-northwestwards and intensify into a Cyclonic storm during the next 12 hours. Due to the influence of this system, prevailing heavy showers and strong winds over the island are expected to continue during the next few days.”
Accordingly, the general public is kindly requested to be attentive about future advisories issued by the Department of Meteorology in this regard.
Very heavy falls above 200 mm are likely at some places in Northern, North-central, Central and North-western provinces and in Trincomalee district and, above 150 mm are likely at some places in Sabaragamuwa and Western provinces and in Badulla and Batticaloa districts. Heavy falls above 100 mm are likely at some places in the other areas of the island.
Very strong winds at times about (60-70) kmph and gusting up to 80 kmph can be expected over the most parts of the island.
Public is requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by heavy showers and strong winds.
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