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The Department Of Meteorology Has Issued A Warning About Hot Weather.

A vendor is pushing a water bottle cart in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on February 28, 2024. The Department of Meteorology is issuing a warning about the hot weather in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on the same day. Sri Lanka is experiencing hot weather during this period, and medical experts are strongly advising individuals to minimize their exposure to sunlight and to drink plenty of fluids, especially fresh water, frequently. The Sri Lankan people are not familiar with hot weather, and therefore, they should take extra precautions to cope with the heat. The most affected districts include Colombo, Gampaha, Kurunegala, Puttalam, Hambantota, and Moneragala. (Photo by Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#11034164
Date Taken	28 February 2024
Location	N/A
Photographer	Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto
Category	Weather
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto

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