Sri Lanka’s Department of Meteorology has issued a warning about worsening weather conditions as a depression in the Bay of Bengal moves closer to the island. The weather system is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and possible disruptions in many areas.
According to weather officials, the depression is likely to intensify into a deep depression within the next 12 hours. This could lead to more intense rain and rough weather, especially in coastal and low-lying regions.
As of 11:30 p.m. yesterday, the system was located about 490 kilometres southeast of Pottuvil, on Sri Lanka’s eastern coast. It is expected to move west-northwestwards and approach the eastern coast of Sri Lanka within the next 24 hours.
The Meteorology Department said that cloudy skies are likely over most parts of the country. Showers or thundershowers are expected at times across the island, with some areas likely to receive heavy rainfall.
Authorities have advised the public, especially people living in coastal and flood-prone areas, to remain alert and follow weather updates. Fishermen have also been warned to be cautious due to rough sea conditions.