Cyclonic storm ‘ BUREVI’ is expected to enter Sri Lanka’s East Coast between 7pm – 10pm, according to the Sri Lanka Met Department.

Following are some damages that could be expected, according to the Disaster Management Center.

DAMAGE EXPECTED:

• Damage to huts, temporary shelters and light structures
• Destroy the roof tops/ sheets etc.
• Damage to power and communication lines.
• Breaking of tree branches and uprooting of large avenue trees.
• Damage to paddy crops, banana, papaya trees and orchards.
• Damage to harbor yachts
• Flash flood
• Sea water inundation in low lying areas in the near coast.

ACTION SUGGESTED:

For the Sea area: 

• Naval and fishing communities are are warned not to venture to the sea areas around the island until further notice.
• Those who are out at aforementioned sea regions are advised to return to coasts or moved safer areas as soon as possible.

For the Land area:

• Coastal hutment dwellers are advised to move to safer places. Other people in the affected areas to remain indoors.
• Beware of fallen trees and power lines.
• Avoid using wired telephones and connected electric appliances during thunderstorms.
• General public is requested to be vigilant regarding impending extreme weather situation.
• For emergency assistance contact the local disaster management authorities.
• Requested to be attentive about future advisories issued by the Department of Meteorology in this regard.