COLOMBO (News 1st):- The Department of Meteorology states that the wind speed over the coastal area from Hambantota-Pottuvil could increase up to 55-60 kmph.

Issuing a weather advisory for strong winds and rough seas, the department states that the coastal area could get rough intermittently.

The wind speed from Puttalam – Mannar to Kankesanthurai across Trincomalee is also forecasted to increase to 50-60 kmph. Temporary strong winds of 70-80 kmph with thundershowers could also be experienced. The department urges naval and fishing communities to take extra caution due to the prevailing condition.

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