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Authorities issue flood alerts for Kelani and Attanagalu Oya river basins
Sri Lankan authorities have issued flood warnings for the Kelani and Attanagalu Oya river basins, urging residents in low-lying areas to exercise caution as water levels are expected to rise.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
The Department of Meteorology and related water management authorities have activated flood alert systems for both the Kelani and Attanagalu Oya river basins following heavy rainfall patterns across the island.
Residents living in flood-prone areas adjacent to these rivers have been advised to remain vigilant and prepare for potential evacuations if water levels continue to rise. Local government officials have been directed to monitor the situation closely and ensure early warning systems are operational.
The warnings come as weather conditions bring significant precipitation to the western and southwestern regions of Sri Lanka. Communities in the lower basin areas, which are most vulnerable to flooding, have been instructed to relocate essential belongings to higher ground as a precautionary measure.
Authorities have urged the public to heed warnings and avoid crossing swollen rivers or venturing into flood-prone zones. Updates on water levels and weather conditions are expected to be issued regularly by the meteorological department as the situation develops.