Sri Lanka, Oct. 22 -- The Meteorology Department has issued a warning as harsh weather conditions are expected to lash out across the island in the coming days, with a threat to damaging homes and affecting people's livelihoods. With two deaths already reported, officials warned that the dangerous conditions will continue for the next few days, with heavy rain, strong winds, and floods expected in many areas.

Deputy Director Meril Mendis said a low-pressure area near the island is intensifying and moving west-northwest. Rainfall exceeding 100 mm is expected to continue, impacting Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, and Southern provinces after 1 pm. Residents are urged to remain alert and strictly follow all weather advisories...