According to the Department, rising water levels in the Mahaweli River have created a potentially hazardous situation, prompting authorities to alert residents living along the riverbanks.
Divisional Secretariat areas at risk:
Muttur
Kinniya
Kantale
Seruvila
Welikanda
Lankapura
Thamankaduwa
Dimbulagala
Specific high-risk locations identified:
Gal Ella area along the Manampitiya–Polonnaruwa road
Access road to Somawathiya Raja Maha Viharaya and surrounding areas
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) urges the public to:
Remain highly vigilant
Be prepared to act according to official advisories
Pay close attention to the prevailing rainy conditions
Important coordination information:
All relevant data have been updated through the 117 emergency hotline
This warning has been communicated to District Disaster Management Units, the Tri-Forces, Police, and all relevant government authorities
Residents in the affected areas are advised to follow instructions issued by authorities and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
