The National Building Research Institute (NBRI) has issued landslide early warnings for several areas across seven districts in Sri Lanka due to continuing adverse weather conditions.
The warnings will remain in effect until 10:00 p.m. today (October 22), with residents in vulnerable areas urged to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions against possible landslides, earth slips and falling rocks.
According to the NBRI, Level 2 (Alert – Amber) warnings have been issued for selected areas in the Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Ratnapura districts. Meanwhile, Level 1 (Be Vigilant – Yellow) warnings have been issued for several areas across seven districts.
Level 2 Landslide Warning Areas
The Level 2 (Alert – Amber) warning applies to the following Divisional Secretariat areas:
- Kandy District: Udapalatha, Medadumbara and Kundasale
- Nuwara Eliya District: Ambagamuwa
- Ratnapura District: Ratnapura, Elapat