In view of the prevailing conditions in Sri Lanka, the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued Red (Level 3) Landslide Evacuation Warnings for the Udadumbara Divisional Secretariat Division in the Kandy District, and the Nildandhahinna and Walapane Divisional Secretariat Divisions in the Nuwara Eliya District.
In addition, Level 2 (Amber) Landslide Warnings have been issued for the Wilgamuwa Divisional Secretariat Division in the Matale District, as well as the Mathurata and Hanguranketha Divisional Secretariat Divisions in the Nuwara Eliya District.
Senior Geologist at the NBRO, Dr. Wasantha Senadheera, warned that landslide signs may appear following heavy rainfall and urged residents in high-risk areas to remain alert and evacuate immediately if any warning signs are observed.
He further advised the public to be prepared for possible evacuations by keeping an Emergency Disaster Bag with essential items, including important documents such as National Identity Cards, birth certificates, and children’s educational certificates, packed securely and ready to carry.
