Sri Lanka faces severe disruption as adverse weather conditions have led to the deaths of two people in the past five days, while more than 162 houses and buildings have been damaged, impacting over 700 individuals from 180 families across six districts.
The National Disaster Management Center (DMC) reports that districts including Kurunegala, Anuradhapura, Galle, Badulla, Kalutara, and Kegalle have been hit hard by heavy rainfall, floods, landslides, and strong winds.
These extreme weather events have rendered many families homeless and caused widespread damage to infrastructure.
The Department of Meteorology has issued warnings that a developing low-pressure zone near Sri Lanka will move westward toward the northwest, potentially bringing even heavier rain over the coming days.
In the past 24 hours alone, rainfall reached as high as 241 millimeters in the Sirikandura estate and 229 millimeters in Monarawila, with many areas receiving over 100 millimeters.
Landslide warnings remain active for vulnerable regions in Galle, Kalutara, Kandy, Kegalle, and Ratnapura, according to the National Building Research Organization.
Meanwhile, strong winds between 30-40 km/h are expected in western slopes of the central hills and other provinces, raising concerns over temporary hazards linked to thunderstorms.
The Department of Irrigation has also warned residents to be vigilant as water levels in the Deduru Oya and other river basins rapidly rise, increasing flood risks.
Fishermen and coastal communities are advised to exercise extreme caution due to rough seas and wind speeds reaching 55-60 km/h along coastal areas from Trincomalee to Pottuvil.
Residents of affected regions report significant damage, including destroyed homes, flooded roads, and disrupted transportation.
Authorities continue to urge caution and preparation as heavy rains and storms are forecast to persist.
