By: Isuru Parakrama
October 07, Colombo (LNW): The National Building and Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings across multiple regions as heavy rainfall continues to affect several parts of Sri Lanka.
These alerts, covering both Amber and Yellow levels, urge residents to remain vigilant in areas deemed vulnerable to landslides.
An Amber (Level 2) warning has been declared for specific regions within the Galle and Kalutara districts.
In Galle, this includes the Nagoda and Elpitiya Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSD) and their surrounding areas.
Meanwhile, in Kalutara, the Walallawita DSD and nearby regions have also been identified as high-risk zones for potential landslides.
In addition to the Amber warnings, a Yellow (Level 1) advisory has been issued for several other districts. These include the Niyagama DSD in Galle, Dehiovita DSD in Kegalle, and Pitabeddara DSD in Matara.
Residents in these areas are encouraged to monitor the situation closely and take necessary precautions, as these regions may experience landslide activity due to persistent heavy rains.
The NBRO has urged all individuals in the affected areas to stay alert and follow instructions from local authorities.
Residents in vulnerable zones have been advised to be prepared for possible evacuations and to ensure their safety by avoiding risky locations like hillsides and steep slopes.
Landslides pose a serious threat during periods of intense rainfall, often causing destruction to homes and infrastructure while putting lives at risk.
Authorities have requested the public to remain informed and take precautions to ensure their safety during this period of adverse weather conditions.
