The Department of Meteorology in Sri Lanka has released an amber alert regarding hazardous weather conditions expected across multiple regions. This warning, effective from Sunday morning until early Monday, highlights the risk of thunderstorms, intense lightning strikes, and sudden powerful winds. The affected areas include the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North Central, Eastern, and Uva provinces, alongside the districts of Kurunegala, Jaffna, Vavuniya, and Mullaitivu. Authorities have cautioned the public to exercise vigilance and adopt safety measures to mitigate potential risks. Citizens are specifically encouraged to stay inside their homes during these weather events and to refrain from seeking shelter under trees or other vulnerable structures to avoid injuries from lightning strikes.
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