The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued early landslide warnings for several areas across seven districts as persistent rainfall continues to affect parts of the island.
The Level 1 (Yellow) landslide warning will remain in effect until 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (June 16) and covers the following Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) and surrounding areas:
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Colombo District: Padukka
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Galle District: Elpitiya
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Kalutara District: Walallawita, Matugama, Bulathsinhala, Palindanuwara, and Agalawatta
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Kandy District: Ganga Ihala Korale
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Nuwara Eliya District: Ambagamuwa
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Kegalle District: Deraniyagala, Dehiowita, and Yatiyanthota
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Ratnapura District: Eheliyagoda, Kalawana, Pelmadulla, Nivithigala, Kuruwita, and Elapatha
In an updated advisory, the NBRO has also issued a Level 2 (Amber) warning for the Ratnapura and Ayagama Divisional Secretariat areas in the Ratnapura District, indicating a higher risk of landslides.
Residents in the affected areas are urged to remain vigilant, avoid risky slopes, and be prepared to evacuate if necessary.
