Sri Lanka, April 30 -- Thundershowers, accompanied by severe lightning, are forecasted to occur in various areas across the Western, Central, and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in Galle, Matara, and Puttalam districts. Temporary localized strong winds may also accompany these thundershowers. The general public is urged to take necessary precautions to minimize potential damages caused by lightning activity.

Action Required:

The Department of Meteorology advises the following precautions:

Seek shelter indoors, avoiding exposure under trees.

Refrain from being in open areas such as paddy fields, tea plantations, and open water bodies during thunderstorms.

Avoid using wired telephones and connected electrical appliances during thund...