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Heavy rainfall exceeding 75-100 mm can be expected in Sabaragamu, Western, Uva and North Western Provinces
Kodippili said water levels of several rivers are rising due to the continuous rain.
The Met Dept issued a red warning on Monday August 01 for strong winds and rough seas in several areas.
The department has warned against fishing and naval activities in these sea areas within the next 24 hours.
This will reduce when we have strong winds.
Sri Lanka has been experiencing poor air quality since at least early December.
A few showers will occur in the North-Central Province.
"Don't stay in open areas and if heavy thunder occurs, unplug all electrical devices," the DMC said.
"There may be temporary localised strong winds during thundershowers."
Two more deaths due to adverse weather were reported yesterday, increasing the total to 19
So far 271,110 people have been affected by floods and landslides in nine districts
Rainfall exceeding 150mm is also expected as a result of the cyclone
It is very likely to intensify gradually into a cyclonic storm over the subsequent 72 hours.
It is very likely to intensify into deep depression within next 12 hours, it added.
The Met Department has forecast rainfall over 100mm for the Western, Sabaragamua and Central provinces.
Heavy rainfall above 100mm can be expected in several provinces, the department said.
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