# Heavy Rain Causes Flooding and Major Traffic Disruptions in Colombo and Nawalapitiya

- Link: https://www.weather.lk/heavy-rain-causes-flooding-and-major-traffic-disruptions-in-colombo-and-nawalapitiya/
- Published: 2026-11-06T20:53:08+05:30
- Author: WeatherLK

Heavy rainfall across several parts of Sri Lanka this evening (06) has caused flooding,
road inundation and significant traffic disruptions, particularly in Colombo and
Nawalapitiya.

According to police reports, several major roads in Colombo have experienced severe
traffic congestion due to flooding. Areas affected include Kollupitiya along Galle
Road, Borella, Maradana and Armour Street. Several roads have become submerged under
floodwater, making it difficult for vehicles to move and disrupting normal traffic
flow.

Meanwhile, heavy rainfall has also caused flooding in Nawalapitiya town. Reports
indicate that the Nawalapitiya bus stand, the main Nawalapitiya–Kandy road and areas
extending approximately one kilometre from the town centre are currently underwater.

In response to the situation, police have urged motorists to drive carefully and
use alternative routes wherever possible to avoid flooded roads and heavy traffic
congestion.

The rainfall has also affected railway operations. A sudden failure in the railway
signalling system between Colombo Fort and Maradana stations has disrupted train
services across all railway lines, resulting in delays, according to the Railway
Department.

Furthermore, bus services, including those operating between Kandy and Hatton, and
other vehicular movements were reportedly brought to a halt for nearly two hours
due to the prevailing conditions.

Motorists and commuters are advised to remain alert, follow police instructions 
and allow additional travel time until normal conditions are restored.

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