Authorities have issued a minor flood warning for several low-lying areas surrounding the Kuda Ganga sub-basin of the Kalu River as continuous rainfall raises concerns over possible flooding during the next 48 hours.
The Department of Irrigation stated that significant rainfall had been recorded in the upstream catchment areas of the Kuda Ganga basin by 8.00 a.m. today, resulting in rising water levels at hydrological monitoring stations along the Kalu Ganga.
Based on the latest river observations and prevailing weather conditions, officials warned that a minor flood situation may develop in low-lying regions surrounding the Kuda Ganga and Maguru Ganga valleys.
The affected areas include the Bulathsinhala, Madurawala, and Palinda Nuwara Divisional Secretariat divisions, where residents have been urged to remain alert as water levels continue to rise.
Authorities also cautioned that roads running through flood plains near the Kuda Ganga and Magura Ganga may become inundated, creating hazardous travel conditions for motorists.
Residents living in vulnerable low-lying areas, along with commuters using these routes, have been advised to exercise extreme caution over the coming days.
The Irrigation Department further called on disaster management authorities to take necessary precautionary measures to reduce potential risks and ensure public safety as the weather situation develops.
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