Heavy Rain Triggers Landslide Alerts Across Several Sri Lankan Districts

COLOMBO (News 1st); The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued an early warning for potential landslides in several districts due to the ongoing heavy rainfall.

The warning, valid from 01:00 hrs on October 11, 2024, to 01:00 hrs on October 12, 2024, highlights the following areas at risk:

Badulla District: Ella, Hali Ela, and Passara Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) and surrounding areas.

Colombo District: Seethawaka Divisional Secretariat Division (DSD) and surrounding areas.

Galle District: Yakkalamulla and Niyagama DSDs, with increased risk in Baddegama, Neluwa, Nagoda, and Elpitiya DSDs.

Gampaha District: Attanagalla DSD and surrounding areas.

-Kalutara District: Beruwala and Palindanuwara DSDs, with heightened risk in Mathugama, Dodangoda, Walallawita, Horana, Bulathsinhala, and Ingiriya DSDs.

Kegalle District: Yatiyanthota, Dehiowita, and Warakapola DSDs, with increased risk in Ruwanwella DSD.

Matara District: Akuressa DSD and surrounding areas.

Nuwara Eliya District: Ambagamuwa DSD and surrounding areas.

Ratnapura District: Eheliyagoda and Kalawana DSDs and surrounding areas.

The NBRO advises residents in these areas, especially those in mountainous regions, man-made cut slopes, and roads within the relevant DSDs, to remain vigilant. 
Special attention is required for areas previously identified as landslide-prone by the NBRO.

The public is urged to take necessary precautions and stay informed about the latest updates to ensure safety during this period of adverse weather conditions.