Sri Lanka, Oct. 13 -- The Department of Meteorology forecasted that a low-pressure area is likely to form over the South-East Bay of Bengal sea area today (13).

Due to the effect of this system, an increase in rain conditions can be expected in the island and deep and shallow sea areas around the island from today over the next few days.

The fishing and naval communities, along with the public, are requested to stay attentive to future forecasts and announcements issued by the Department in this regard.

Showers or thundershowers may occur at times in most parts of the island.

Heavy showers of around 100-150 mm can occur at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, and Southern provinces.

Fairly heavy showers above 75 mm...