Heavy rainfall on Friday (6) evening caused flooding in several parts of Colombo and its suburbs, disrupting traffic and leaving roads inundated.
Floodwaters overwhelmed drainage systems in several areas, slowing vehicle movement and causing significant traffic congestion during the evening rush hour.
Police urged motorists to exercise caution and use alternative routes where possible due to the prevailing conditions. (Newswire)
🚨 Heavy rains have caused severe traffic congestion on several roads in and around Colombo this evening, with motorists facing long delays.
Motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly.
🎥 Video: Traffic congestion in Colombo pic.twitter.com/O7DKCOg1DC
— NewsWire 🇱🇰 (@NewsWireLK) November 6, 2026