Kalu Ganga and Mahaweli flood warnings as reservoir gates opened
The Irrigation Department has warned of minor floods along the Kalu Ganga and Mahaweli and opened spill gates at several reservoirs after…
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Rain to last until 27 October as Deduru Oya and Kala Oya flood alerts issued
The Meteorology Department said heavy rain may continue until about 27 October, while the Irrigation Department warned of flooding along the Deduru…
Deduru Oya flood warning for nine areas as eight spill gates open
The Irrigation Department has warned of possible flooding in nine divisions after eight spill gates of the Deduru Oya Reservoir were opened…
Amber flood warning issued for Nilwala River Basin
The Irrigation Department has warned of minor flooding in low-lying areas along the Nilwala River in the Matara District until 6.00 pm…
Badulu Oya irrigation scheme repairs reach final stage
Permanent repairs to the Badulu Oya Irrigation Scheme, damaged in the Ditwah disaster, are in their final stage, officials said, and the…
Three major reservoirs open spill gates, two more spilling
The Irrigation Department said spill gates are open at Yan Oya, Rajangana and Deduru Oya reservoirs, and urged people downstream to stay…
Eight reservoirs spilling as Irrigation Department urges vigilance
Eight reservoirs were spilling on 10 October, and the Irrigation Department asked people living downstream to watch river levels and follow official…
Four gates opened at Deduru Oya Reservoir
The Irrigation Department has opened four radial gates at the Deduru Oya Reservoir, releasing 4,200 cubic feet of water per second as…