The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has urged residents living in identified landslide-prone areas to evacuate immediately and move to safer locations as instructed by authorities.
Meanwhile, landslide alerts remain in force across 12 districts, with Level Two and Level One warnings issued as follows:
Level Two Landslide Warnings
Badulla
Galle
Kandy
Kegalle
Matara
Ratnapura
Level One Landslide Warnings
Colombo
Badullaak
Klutara
Kandy
Kegalle
Kurunegala
Matale
Matara
Nuwara Eliya
Ratnapura
According to the Department of Meteorology, very heavy rainfall exceeding 150 mm is expected today in the Eastern, Central, and Uva Provinces, as well as the Polonnaruwa District. Other areas may experience rainfall above 100 mm, further increasing the risk of floods and landslides.
Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant, follow official safety instructions, and stay updated with the latest weather and landslide warnings.
