A critical flood situation is expected in low-lying areas of the Mahaweli River across Dimbulagala, Thamankaduwa, Welikanda, Lankapura, Medirigiriya, Seruwila, Kanthale, Kinniya and Muttur DS divisions.
The Department of Irrigation urges residents in these areas to evacuate immediately and move to safer ground. Stay alert and follow official instructions.
