January 12, Colombo (LNW): The Department of Meteorology has issued an ‘Amber’ level advisory this morning, warning of potentially hazardous sea conditions along the coasts from Colombo to Kankasanthurai, including areas such as Puttalam.
The advisory, which came into effect at 8:00 a.m. today, will remain in place for the next 24 hours, concluding at 8:00 a.m. on Monday (13).
The advisory highlights that the sea conditions in these areas are expected to be rough at times, with strong, gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 50 to 60 km/h.
The department has urged both naval and fishing communities to exercise caution and remain vigilant throughout the duration of the advisory.
Mariners and those planning to venture out to sea are advised to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety in light of these challenging conditions.
Local authorities have also been advised to remain alert to any developments in the weather and sea conditions along the affected coasts.
