Sri Lanka, Nov. 11 -- Atmospheric disturbances developing over the South East section of the Bay of Bengal could have a severe effect on the Eastern part of Sri Lanka, the Department of Meteorology said yesterday.

Department of Meteorology Director General Ajith Wijemanne told the media that the department is closely monitoring the weather changes and will issue notices if and when the need arises. "We don't have much details on the disturbance and will come up with notices within the coming days. However, it is likely that the Eastern part of Sri Lanka could experience heavy rains as the disturbance which could develop into a depression is expected to travel towards the North over the Eastern coast of Sri Lanka," he said and added ther...