Sri Lanka, Jan. 10 -- The Department of Meteorology announced that the depression in the southwest Bay of Bengal was located about 20 km east of Mullaitivu around 11.30 a.m. today (10).

According to the statement, the system is expected to move along the coast near Mullaitivu this evening and gradually weaken into a low-pressure area by tomorrow.

Very strong winds ranging from 50-60 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 70 kmph, have been reported in the Northern Province.

In addition, strong winds of 40-50 kmph are likely in the Puttalam, Matale, Trincomalee and Nuwara Eliya districts.

The Meteorology Department also noted that the sky over the northern half of the island will remain mostly cloudy, with showers or thundershowers expected a...