Developing Bay of Bengal depression to bring heavy rain, Meteorology Department says
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A low-pressure area developing in the Bay of Bengal is forecast to intensify into a deep depression and move along Sri Lanka's eastern coast towards Andhra Pradesh, Department of Meteorology Director Meril Mendis said on 11 November.
Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm is expected until 13 November across the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Western, and North Western provinces, as well as the Galle and Matara districts, Mendis told a press conference.
Rainfall is forecast to intensify further from 14 to 16 November, affecting the Northern, North Central, Eastern, North Western, and Western provinces as the system moves northwards.
Mendis advised fishing and naval communities in northern and eastern waters and residents near riverbanks to remain vigilant, while the National Building Research Organisation prepared landslide warnings.
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How the story developed
- සිAdverse weather affected 1,397 people, damaged 223 houses, and triggered warnings for 56 divisions.
- සිThis storyMeteorologists forecast the system will move along the eastern coast towards Andhra Pradesh.
- EසිThe Meteorology Department forecast heavy thundershowers and the National Building Research Organisation expanded landslide warnings.
- EසිதThe Meteorology Department warned of potential heavy rains from 15 to 17 November.
