Amber advisory issued for strong winds & rough seas

The Department of Meteorology says strong winds may occur in several areas due to active southwest monsoon conditions currently prevailing across the island.

An “Amber” advisory has been issued in this regard, effective from 11.00 a.m. today (July 02) until 11.00 a.m. tomorrow (July 03).

Accordingly, strong winds of 40–50 km/h may occur intermittently in the Central, Northern, North Central and North Western provinces, as well as in the Hambantota and Trincomalee districts.

The advisory also covers sea areas extending from Kankesanthurai to Kalpitiya via Mannar and from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota, where rough sea conditions and strong gusty winds of up to 50-60 km/h are expected.

The Department said wave heights may increase to around 2.0-2.5 m in sea areas off Chilaw to Pottuvil via Colombo, Galle and Hambantota.

Naval and fishing communities have been advised to remain vigilant and follow future forecasts issued by the Department of Meteorology.

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