Adverse weather affects 12,000 acres of agricultural lands View(s):Winds exceeding 70 miles per hour were experienced in several parts of Sri Lanka yesterday. Forecasting director Anusha Warnasooriya, said coastal areas also would be hit by strong winds. With strong winds and showers also comes the danger of landslides. The recent adverse weather badly affected 12,000 acres of agricultural land. The roofing sheets of several houses had been blown away and power lines disconnected by the strong winds.

Source: Sunday Times June 09, 2018 18:56 UTC