Deduru Oya Reservoir opens spill gates amid flood warnings

The Irrigation Department has opened eight spill gates at the Deduru Oya Reservoir, releasing water at a rate of 16,500 cubic feet per second. This action follows significant rainfall in the upper and middle areas of the Deduru Oya basin.

Authorities have issued flood warnings for several low-lying areas along the river valley, specifically within the Divisional Secretariat Divisions of Wariyapola, Nikaweratiya, Mahawa, Kobeigane, Bingiriya, Pallama, Chilaw, Arachchikattuwa, and Rasnayakapura. Residents downstream and motorists in the affected regions are urged to remain vigilant.

Additionally, eight spill gates at the Rajanganaya Reservoir have been opened, discharging 7,884 cubic feet per second into the Kala Oya. Disaster management authorities have been requested to implement necessary precautionary measures.