Sri Lanka, Sept. 15 -- The Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre has issued an advisory for severe lightning, valid until 11.30 p.m. today (15), covering several provinces and districts.

According to the Department of Meteorology, thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely at several places in the North Central, North Western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Southern provinces, as well as in Ampara, Batticaloa, Vavuniya and Mannar districts.

Temporary strong winds may also occur during thundershowers, the advisory said.

The public has been advised to take adequate precautions to minimise the risk of damage from lightning.

People are urged to seek shelter indoors and avoid taking shelter under trees. They should a...