Sri Lanka, Nov. 7 -- The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for heavy rainfall in multiple areas across fourteen districts.

It said that heavy rainfall above 100 mm is likely in the below-mentioned areas.

Accordingly, the public is urged to monitor weather forecasts and official advisories regularly, and follow updates through television, radio and social media.

Relevant authorities are requested to clean stormwater drains and canals before rainfall as well as to check the functioning of sluice gates.

Meanwhile, people living in low-lying, river basin and landslide-prone areas are urged to remain vigilant, and drivers are advised to exercise caution, particularly in hilly areas.

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