The Irrigation Department has extended its flood warning for the Kelani River Basin by a further 48 hours, urging residents in low-lying areas along the river to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
Warning Extended Amid Continued Risk
Authorities issued the extension as water levels in the Kelani River continue to pose a significant threat to communities situated in vulnerable zones along its banks. The department has called on residents to stay alert and heed any evacuation or safety instructions issued by local authorities.
What Residents Should Do
Those living in flood-prone areas along the Kelani River Basin are advised to take the following precautions:
- Monitor updates from the Irrigation Department and Disaster Management Centre regularly
- Move valuables and essential belongings to higher ground as a precaution
- Be prepared to evacuate immediately if instructed by local authorities
- Avoid crossing flooded roads or attempting to enter inundated areas
Authorities on Alert
The extension of the flood warning signals that conditions along the Kelani River Basin remain unstable, with the potential for further rises in water levels depending on upstream rainfall. The Irrigation Department is continuing to closely monitor the situation and has assured the public that updated warnings will be issued as conditions develop.
Residents are strongly encouraged to cooperate with emergency personnel and refrain from returning to flood-affected premises until authorities confirm it is safe to do so.
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at least they gave warning this time, some years we get no notice at all
anyone know if Kelaniya town area affected? my cousins are there
every year same thing, goverment does nothing until ppl lose their homes
true no, flood barrier project started 2019 still not done