Around 250,000 people were affected by the adverse weather conditions in Sri Lanka starting from June 1, an official said on Thursday.

Director of the Disaster Management Center (DMC) Pradeep Kodippili told the media that heavy rainfall was experienced in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Galle and Matara districts.

Landslide warning continues in Colombo, Kalutara districts in Western Province, Matara, Galle, Hambantota districts in Southern Province and Kegalle and Ratnapura districts in Sabaragamuwa Province.

The Department of Meteorology on Thursday requested the general public to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

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