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Landslide early warnings issued to areas in five districts

Landslide early warnings issued to areas in five districts

11 May 2026 | BY Staff Writer

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a Level 1 (Yellow) landslide warning for several Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) across five districts in Sri Lanka, in light of ongoing adverse weather conditions affecting parts of the country.

 

The warning is valid until 9:00 pm today (11), and urges residents in the affected areas to remain vigilant and exercise caution. 


The NBRO’s alert advises the public to stay informed about weather updates and avoid activities that could increase risk during this period.


The districts and specific DSDs under the Level 1 warning include:


Badulla District: Passara DSD and surrounding areas  

Kurunegala District: Riddagama DSD and surrounding areas  

Matale District: Naula DSD and surrounding areas  

Monaragala District: Ambanganga Korale, Rattota, Badalkumbura, and Wellawaya DSDs and surrounding areas  

Ratnapura District: Godakawela DSD and surrounding areas


Level 1 warnings indicate a potential risk of landslides, and residents are advised to stay alert for any further updates from local authorities and avoid unnecessary travel in the affected regions.


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