Flood warnings extended to several areas

November 28, 2024 at 6:11 PM

The flood warnings issued due to the rising water levels of Mundeni Aru, Mahawelia River, Heda Oya, and Deduru Oya have been extended for the next 48 hours.

As of this evening, minor floods have been reported in Horowpathana due to a rise in the water levels of Yan Oya, in Thanthirimale due to Malwathu Oya, and Moragaswewa due to Deduru-Oya.

Flood alerts have been issued to Nagalagam Street (Kelani River), Thalgahagoda (Nilwala River), Peradeniya (Mahaweli River), and Dunamale (Attanagallu Oya). 

The Irrigation Department requested area residents and motorists to remain vigilant of floods in the vicinity of the rivers. (Newswire)