The Irrigation Department has issued a flood warning, stating that minor flooding may occur in low-lying areas of the Kalu Ganga floodplain within the next 24 hours due to significant rainfall in the upper catchment areas and continued showers.
The warning was issued today (26) following an analysis of water levels recorded at river gauges in the Kalu Ganga basin and prevailing rainfall conditions.
In Ratnapura District, low-lying areas in the Divisional Secretariat divisions of Pelmadulla, Nivithigala, Ratnapura, Kuruwita, Ayagama and Elapatha are at risk.
In Kalutara District, the vulnerable areas include Ingiriya, Horana, Dodangoda, Millaniya, Bulathsinhala, Madurawala and Palindanuwara.
The department has urged residents in these areas, as well as motorists travelling through them, to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
Relevant disaster management authorities have also been informed to take appropriate safety measures, the department added.
