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Heavy rains today

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The Meteorology Department says the Intertropical Convergence Zone, where winds from the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere converge, is affecting the island’s weather.

Showers or thundershowers will occur at most places in the island during the afternoon or night while heavy showers above 100 mm are likely at some places.

Showers or thundershowers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Mannar and Mullaittivu districts during the morning too, it added.

Thus, the general public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

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Sri Lankans in Lebanon urged to be cautious

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Amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, the Sri Lankan Embassy in Lebanon has advised Sri Lankans to remain vigilant and exercise caution.

The Embassy has urged individuals to avoid crowded areas, nighttime outings, festivals, and long-distance travel temporarily.

Sri Lankans have also been advised to carry a copy of their Lebanese ID (Iqama ID) or passport when going outdoors.

They are also urged to contact the following numbers in any emergency.

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Coastal line train service disrupted

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Sri Lanka Railways says train services on the coastal line are experiencing delays due to damage to the railway track between Panadura and Moratuwa stations.

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Mega Power renews lottery history with Rs.474 mn. winner

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The largest lottery prize in Sri Lanka’s history – Rs.474,599,422 was won yesterday (June 16).

The historic win came in the draw number 2210 of the National Lotteries Board’s Mega Power lottery.

The winning ticket was sold by H.A. Janaki Hemamala, a sales agent from Gokarella.

The previous record of Rs.230 million, also won through the Mega Power lottery.

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