The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has updated landslide early warnings under Level 1 for several areas following persistent heavy rainfall.
According to the NBRO, the updated warnings apply to multiple Divisional Secretariat divisions across the Badulla, Kalutara, Kandy, Kegalle, Kurunegala, Nuwara Eliya, and Ratnapura districts.
Affected areas include:
Badulla District: Haputale, Uva Paranagama, Kandekatiya, Haldummulla
Kalutara District: Mathugama
Kandy District: Gangawata Korale, Udunuwara, Thumpane, Pasbage Korale, Gangawata Korale, Ududumbara, Udapalatha, Pathahewaheta, Yatinuwara
Kegalle District: Aranayake, Yatiyantota, Deraniyagala, Kegalle, Mawanella, Rambukkana, Galigamuwa, Ruwanwella, Warakapola
Kurunegala District: Mawathagama, Rideegama, Mallawapitiya
Nuwara Eliya District: Walapane, Ambagamuwa, Hanguranketha, Kotmale
Ratnapura District: Kolonna, Balangoda, Imbulpe, Kalawana, Ratnapura, Kiriella
The NBRO advises residents in these areas to remain vigilant, monitor updates, and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.