Sri Lanka, Dec. 13 -- Major General (Rtd) Sampath Kotuwegoda, Director General of the Disaster Management Centre (DMC), has stated that the Department of Meteorology has warned of a persistent risk of trough systems, low-pressure areas, depressions, or cyclones during the months of December and January.Sri Lanka Travel

He made these remarks yesterday (12) at a press briefing held at the Government Information Department.

Additionally, he noted that with the activation of the North-East Monsoon, above-average rainfall is anticipated in the Northern Province.Disaster Relief Products

The briefing was also attended by the Director of the Hydrology and Disaster Management Unit of the Irrigation Department, S. L. Sooriyabandara, and the Dire...