The Department of Meteorology has issued a warning regarding extremely rough sea conditions in several areas around Sri Lanka due to the active southwest monsoon.
Sea areas off the coast extending from Chilawto Kankesanthuraivia Puttalam and Mannar, and from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota, will be very rough at times, with very strong wind gusts of up to 60-70 kmph.
Wind speeds may also increase up to 50-60 kmph at times in the sea areas off the coast extending from Chilaw to Galle via Colombo, and from Kankasanthurai to Trincomalee via Mullaitivu. Naval and fishing communities operating in these areas are urged to be vigilant.
Wave heights of approximately 2.5m to 3m may occur in the sea areas off the coast extending from Mannar to Pottuvil via Puttalam, Colombo, Galle, and Hambantota.
Additionally, there is a possibility that nearshore sea areas in these regions may experience surges due to swell waves.
Naval and fishing communities are strongly advised to remain attentive to future forecasts issued by the Department of Meteorology regarding these conditions.
