Maldivians in Sri Lanka have been advised to stay indoors, amid the prevailing adverse weather conditions in the country.
Noting that the Sri Lanka's Department of Meteorology has issued a red notice warning, Maldives Ambassador to the Sri Lanka, Mohamed Hussain Shareef advised all Maldivians in Sri Lanka to be cautious of the weather conditions.
"We advise all Maldivians in Sri Lanka to stay indoors and avoid non-essential trips outside, as a precaution against strong winds and stormy weather affecting Colombo and suburbs at the moment," said the recently appointed ambassador, via twitter.
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— Mohamed H. Shareef (@mundhu_maldives) November 29, 2017
Sri Lankan Met Department has issued a Red Notice warning for next 12 hours. We advise all Maldivians in Sri Lanka to stay indoors and avoid non-essential trips outside, as a precaution against strong winds and stormy weather affecting Colombo and suburbs at the moment.
Further noting that 'the eye of the depression is passing due west of the city,' Shareef noted urged all Maldivians to contact the embassy, in case of any emergencies.
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— Mohamed H. Shareef (@mundhu_maldives) November 29, 2017
Heavy rains are likely to persist. Seas too will be very rough. The eye of the depression is passing due west of the city. Please note that the Consular Department helpline of 0768096660 is open in case of any emergencies. Maldives Embassy in Sri Lanka
Due to the depression that developed near Sri Lanka on Wednesday, Maldives Meteorological Services has also issued a warning, especially to sea travelers, to be wary of the prevailing weather conditions.
