The Irrigation Department has issued a flood warning for several low-lying areas in the Aththanagalu Oya and Uruwal Oya valleys following heavy rainfall recorded in most catchment areas as of 5.00 a.m. today.
According to the Department, the warning will remain in effect for the next 48 hours and applies to areas within the Divisional Secretariat divisions of Diwulapitiya, Mirigama, Attanagalla, Mahara, Gampaha, Minuwangoda, Ja-Ela, Katana, and Wattala.
Authorities warned that several roads in low-lying areas may become inundated due to rising water levels.
Residents and motorists in the affected areas have been urged to remain vigilant, while Disaster Management authorities have been requested to take the necessary precautionary measures.
