The Department of Meteorology has forecast showers in several areas in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Northwestern and Central provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts.

Thundershowers are expected to develop at a few places in the Eastern and Uva provinces during the afternoon or evening. Strong winds can be expected throughout the country and surrounding sea areas at times, the department cautioned.

Meanwhile, an individual has died after being struck by lightning in the Komari area in Pottuvil. Police say, the deceased had been in a cattleshed when he was struck by lightning on Monday evening.

The deceased was a 47-year-old resident of the Komari area. Thirteen people have died in various parts of the country due to lightning strikes this year.

The Met Department warned with the prevailing weather conditions, especially in the Eastern and Uva Provinces, more lightning-related accidents can be expected.

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