A landslide occurred on the Hatton-Balangoda road at the Dickoya, Wanaraja Estate area around 11:00 AM today (September 20). The incident, triggered by heavy rainfall, has completely blocked the road, bringing traffic to a standstill. Hatton Police and local residents have commenced clearing operations, and the Road Development Authority (RDA) has been notified to deploy machinery to expedite the process. Authorities are also warning of the risk of further earth slips in the affected region due to the ongoing adverse weather.
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Landslide Blocks Hatton-Balangoda Road Amidst Heavy Rainfall
TLDR
Dickoya landslide completely blocks Hatton-Balangoda road since 11 AM.
Heavy rain triggered slip; police, residents clearing efforts.
RDA alerted; further slips risk in affected area.
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Update #2\u00b7 Sep 20 · 11:01 AM