The Meteorology Department warns that heavy showers and strong winds will persist across the island over the next few days due to the prevailing weather system.
Intermittent showers and thundershowers are expected in most areas, with the following rainfall forecasts issued:
Very heavy rainfall above 200 mm is likely in parts of the Northern, North-Central, Central, and North-Western Provinces, as well as in the Trincomalee District.
Rainfall above 150 mm is expected in the Sabaragamuwa and Western Provinces, and in the Badulla and Batticaloa Districts.
Heavy rainfall above 100 mm is likely in several other areas of the island.
The public is advised to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
