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The Meteorology Department today warned of thunderstorms accompanied by severe lightning and thunder in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western and Southern provinces during next seven hours starting from 4.00 pm today.
It said temporarily strong gusty winds speeding up to 70-80 kmph were possible during thundershowers.
Meanwhile, the Department warned the public to seek shelter, preferably indoors and covered vehicles.
“Never seek shelter under trees during a thunderstorm. Never go in the open areas like paddy fields, tea plantations and open water bodies,” it said.
The Department also warned the general public of using wired telephones and connected electric appliances during thunderstorms.
It also warned people not to travel in open vehicles, such as bicycles, tractors and boats.
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