Minor flood warning issued for Kalu Ganga Basin amid heavy rainfall

According to the Department of Irrigation, there is a possibility of a minor flood situation occurring in low-lying areas of the Kalu Ganga basin within the next 24 hours.

The Department further stated that considerable rainfall has been recorded in the catchment areas of the Kalu Ganga basin up to now.

Based on the current rainfall situation and river water levels recorded at hydrological stations along the Kalu Ganga, there is a possibility of minor flooding in low-lying areas of the Kalu Ganga valley. These areas include the Divisional Secretariat Divisions of Ingiriya, Horana, Dodangoda, Millaniya, Kalutara, Bulathsinhala, Madurawala, and Palindanuwara.

Residents and motorists travelling through these areas are advised to remain vigilant and exercise caution.

Disaster management authorities have been requested to take necessary precautionary measures in response to the situation, it said.