Landslide warning issued for 18 DS divisions

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued an Early Landslide Warning – Level 1 (Yellow – Be Vigilant) for 18 Divisional Secretariat (DS) divisions with effect from 4 p.m. Saturday (14) until 4 p.m. Sunday (15).

The warning covers six DS divisions in the Badulla District — Soranathota, Hali-Ela, Badulla, Bandarawela, Passara and Ella.

In the Nuwara Eliya District, the warning applies to Norwood and Ambagamuwa Korale, while Ayagama, Weligepola, Elapatha and Eheliyagoda in the Ratnapura District are also under the warning.

The warning further covers Udunuwara and Yatinuwara in the Kandy District and Aranayaka, Yatiyantota and Mawanella in the Kegalle District.

Residents in the affected areas have been advised to remain vigilant and exercise caution, particularly in locations prone to landslides.

Authorities have urged residents to remain alert to signs of slope instability and follow any safety instructions issued by local authorities.