The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 24-hour water supply interruption affecting numerous suburbs of Colombo. The suspension is scheduled to commence on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 8:00 PM and conclude on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM. This essential service disruption is necessary to carry out maintenance work at the Ambatale Water Treatment Plant, aimed at improving water quality and reliability. Areas including Nugegoda, Kohuwala, Dehiwala, Mount Lavinia, Ratmalana, and Moratuwa are among those expected to be impacted.
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Colombo Suburbs Brace for 24-Hour Water Cut Due to Essential Maintenance
TLDR
24-hour water cut in Colombo suburbs.
Scheduled for Sept 3-4, 2026, 8 PM to 8 PM.
Due to essential maintenance at Ambatale Water Treatment Plant.