The Department of Irrigation has issued flood warnings for areas in the vicinity of the Heda Oya Basin, Kumbukkan Oya Basin, and the Mahaweli Basin. The flood warning for the Heda Oya Basin, valid until 3.30 pm on November 28, is as follows; Due to heavy rainfall received last night in parts of Ampara and Monaragala districts, there is a possibility of flooding in low‑lying areas around Heda Oya, particularly in Siyambalanduwa and Lahugala Divisional Secretariat divisions. Residents and travellers are advised to take adequate precautions, while disaster management authorities are requested to act accordingly. The flood warning issued for…
Irrigation Dept warns of rising flood risk in three major River Basins
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