Heavy Rains Trigger Opening of Spill Gates at Numerous Sri Lankan Reservoirs

The Department of Irrigation has opened spill gates at 12 major and 6 medium-scale reservoirs nationwide due to prevailing heavy rainfall and adverse weather. Key reservoirs affected include Lunugamvehera, Rajanganaya, Deduru Oya, and Weheragala, among others. Director of Water Management Engineer H.M.P.S.D. Herath advised residents in downstream areas to remain vigilant as water levels rise. The department noted that these conditions are expected to persist due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance near the island.