A fast intensifying weather system over the Bay of Bengal is moving toward Sri Lanka’s eastern coast, raising serious concerns of heavy rain, strong winds, and dangerous conditions across multiple provinces.
A developing depression over the Bay of Bengal, located southeast of Sri Lanka, is moving west northwest toward the eastern coastline between the Hambantota and Kalmunai areas. Meteorological authorities warn that the system is likely to intensify into a deep depression within the next 12 hours.
Showers and thundershowers are expected across most provinces, with particularly heavy rainfall exceeding 100 millimetres forecast for the Eastern and Uva provinces. Strong winds ranging between 50 and 60 kilometres per hour are also expected in several parts of the island, increasing the risk of fallen trees, rough seas, and localised flooding.
The public is strongly advised to take necessary precautions, remain alert to official warnings, and avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas as the system continues to strengthen.
