November 26, Colombo (LNW): The Depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal was located approximately 290 km southeast of Batticaloa and 410 km southeast of Trincomalee as of 11:30 PM on November 25, 2024. It is expected to move northwestward, intensify into a deep depression within the next 12 hours, and approach the eastern coast of Sri Lanka.
Cloudy skies are forecast across the island due to this system, with very heavy showers and strong winds anticipated in the Northern, Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces.
Rainfall exceeding 150 mm is likely in Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Central, Uva, and Southern provinces, as well as the Puttalam district. Elsewhere, heavy showers above 100 mm are expected.
Strong winds of 40-50 km/h may occur over Northern, North-Central, Central, and Eastern provinces and in the Hambantota district. Residents are advised to exercise caution and stay updated on weather warnings.
