The Department of Irrigation has issued a flood warning, cautioning of a minor flood risk in the Mahaweli River Basin. 

The warning, marked Amber, is valid until 1.00 pm tomorrow, August 06. 

According to the Irrigation Department, predicted rainfall and the opening of spillway gates at the Kotmale Reservoir could lead to minor flooding in low‑lying areas.

Residents in the Udunuwara, Udapalatha, Yatinuwara, Doluwa, Ganga Ihala Korale, Gangawata Korale, and Harispattuwa Divisional Secretariat Divisions have been advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.

The Department added that the public should stay alert to weather developments and follow safety guidance as conditions evolve. (Newswire)

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The Department of Irrigation has issued a Red‑level flood warning for the Mahaweli River Basin, cautioning of a possible major flood situation over the next 48 hours. 

The alert, released at 1:00 pm today (03), remains valid until 1:00 pm on Wednesday, August 05.

According to the Irrigation Department, heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas, forecasts of further showers, and the potential opening of spillway gates at the Kotmale Reservoir have heightened the risk of flooding.

The warning applies to low‑lying areas in the Divisional Secretariat Divisions of Udunuwara, Udapalatha, Yatinuwara, Doluwa, Kotmale, Pasbage, Ganga Ihala Korale, Pasbage Korale, Gangawata Korale, Harispattuwa, and Pathadumbara.

Residents in these regions have been strongly advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions, while disaster management authorities have been requested to implement proactive measures. 

The Department urged the public to exercise extreme caution and stay alert as further rainfall is anticipated. (Newswire)

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Repair work on the embankment of the Mahaweli River, which has collapsed at several points due to Cyclone Ditwah, is scheduled to commence today. 

According to authorities, there is a risk of further damage due to the ongoing seasonal rains. 

Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra and Trincomalee District MP Roshan Akmeemana visited the area for inspection yesterday. 

As such, all necessary repair work is scheduled to commence today. (Newswire)

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