Several areas in the Eastern province have been issued warning of potential flooding situaion, particulalry those in the low land areas after yesterday's heavy downpours.
Regional Disaster Management Centre (DMC) officials expressed concerns on the possibility of major flooding situaion in lowline areas of Malwathu Oya valley (Vengalacheddikulam, Madu, Mussalei, Nanaddan) and Gal Oya valley (Addalachchenei, Akkaraipattu, Ampara, Damana, Eragama, Madulla, Nindavur, Sammanthurai).
According to situaion report issued by DMC today, 16930 persons from 5738 families have been affected due to adverse weather situation that prevails in the country.
Energy Ministry differs on proposed electricity tariff reduction from today.
The newly appointed heads of mission of Sri Lanka held discussions with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya today at the Sri Lankan parliament to explore ways to enhance diplomatic cooperation.
IndiGo has emerged as the leading foreign carrier in Sri Lanka, now operating 54 weekly flights between the island nation and India. The low-cost airline connects Colombo and Jaffna with major Indian cities, including Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad.
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