Met Department warns of strong winds in the Arabian Sea, Naval and Fishing Communities advised not to set sail

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Department of Meteorology advises the Naval and fishing communities not to venture into the Arabian Sea area, as very strong winds (70-80) kmph, and very rough seas are likely over the Arabian Sea area, due to the active south-west monsoonal
condition.

The Met Department further advices those who are out at forementioned sea regions to return to coasts or move to safer areas immediately.

According to the Met Department, Strong winds of about 40-50 kmph can also be expected at times over the Western slopes of the central hills, Northern, North-central and North-western provinces and in Trincomalee, Hambantota and Monaragala districts.