The Disaster Management Centre Sri Lanka (DMC) has announced that previously issued Red-level landslide warnings for multiple districts have now been lifted.
DMC Director Pradeep Kodippili stated that residents who were earlier evacuated from high-risk areas have been permitted to return to their homes following safety assessments conducted in the affected locations.
He noted that the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has maintained Red warnings only for several Divisional Secretariat divisions within the Kandy District.
According to Kodippili, most roads have been cleared and restored, with the exception of the Somawathiya road, which remains inundated as of this morning.
Meanwhile, he confirmed that the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination scheduled for today (23) will proceed without interruption. The DMC, in coordination with the Department of Examinations Sri Lanka, has put in place a joint emergency response mechanism to address any unforeseen developments.
Authorities have assured that arrangements are ready to provide immediate support if required, including transportation assistance for students and measures to ensure examinations continue smoothly.
All emergency operation centres remain fully active, with officers manning the 117 emergency hotline around the clock. District disaster management units, the Tri-Forces, Police, and technical response teams are also on alert to respond swiftly to any incidents.
The public has been urged to remain attentive to official weather updates and follow safety advisories issued by relevant authorities.
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