The Welipenna interchange of the Southern Expressway has been reopened for traffic after being temporarily closed due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall yesterday (13).
The Aluthgama–Matugama road section at the interchange was submerged, forcing the closure of the entrance gate towards Colombo, the exit gate for vehicles arriving from Colombo, and the exit gate for vehicles arriving from Galle.
The Police said the restrictions applied to light vehicles only.
However, with water levels receding, the Police said that all affected entry and exit points have now been restored for vehicular movement. (Newswire)