At least 51 landslides and earth embankment collapses have been recorded in recent days, according to Laksiri Indrathilaka, Senior Geologist at the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO).
“These incidents have been particularly prevalent in the Kegalle, Ratnapura, Kalutara, Matara, Galle, Gampaha, and Colombo districts, where rainfall has ranged between 150 to 300 mm in the past few days,” Indrathilaka reported.
Tragically, landslides have claimed four lives, with two deaths reported in the Matara district and another two in the Ratnapura district, the official confirmed.
The number of landslide-related incidents is expected to rise in the coming days, he warned.
Approximately 14,500 families living in high-risk areas have been identified. Indrathilaka urged residents in these vulnerable regions to remain vigilant and heed landslide warnings.
