Colombo experiences storm-like rainfall

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Colombo (LNW): Colombo experienced an unexpected, storm-like downpour this evening (07).

Heavy showers exceeding 75 mm are anticipated in various areas across the Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, North-western, and Uva provinces, according to the Meteorological Department.

Sri Lanka Police reported a traffic standstill between Nelundeniya and Udukumbura on the Colombo-Kandy Main Road due to a fallen tree obstructing the road. Additionally, an earth slip halted traffic between Haldummulla and Beragala.

Motorists are strongly advised to exercise caution while driving in these adverse weather conditions.

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