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Weather advisory issued for heavy rainfall in several areas

18 Feb 2026
9:32 AM
LNP Admin
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Weather advisory issued for heavy rainfall in several areas
The Department of Meteorology has issued an 'Amber' alert due to expected heavy rainfall in several areas of Sri Lanka. This warning, announced at 1:00 p.m. today (18), will remain in effect until 1:00 p.m. tomorrow (19). The Uva Province, along with the districts of Polonnaruwa, Batticaloa, Ampara, Matale, and Nuwara-Eliya, may experience rainfall exceeding 100 mm in some locations. The public is urged to take necessary precautions to avoid damage from heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning during thundershowers.