⚠️ Heavy Rain and Wind Alert Issued; Infrastructure and Key Regions Affected

• Weather System: Low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal drives heavy rainfall (>100 mm) and strong winds (30–40 kmph) across Western, Sabaragamuwa, North Western provinces, and Galle, Matara, Kandy, and Nuwara Eliya districts. • Infrastructure Impact: Traffic completely disrupted on the Hatton-Bagawantalawa-Maskeliya-Balangoda road at Wanraja Estate (Dikoya) due to an earth mound collapse. Police and RDA clearing operations underway; high landslide risk remains. • Flood Warnings: Irrigation Department warns of potential heavy flooding along the Mahaweli River in Kandy District, affecting Gelioya, Gampola, Nawalapitiya, and Peradeniya. • Sector Vulnerabilities: Heightened operational risks for agriculture (specifically tea estates in the Central Hills) and transport/logistics networks. • Public Advisory: Extreme caution advised for motorists; public urged to take precautions against lightning and localized winds. Emergency evacuations stand ready for flood-prone areas.