Red Alert: Severe Weather Disrupts 6 Provinces & Impacts 3,700+ People 🌧️

• Overview: A Red Warning remains in effect as a low-pressure system northeast of Sri Lanka triggers rainfall exceeding 150 mm. Total affected population stands at 3,745 individuals (1,113 families) across 6 provinces, with one fatality reported in Batticaloa. • Key Regions & Infrastructure: • High-risk zones: Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North Western provinces, alongside Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, and Matara. • Water Management: 19 major and 18 medium-sized reservoirs are currently spilling. • Hydrology: Minor flood alerts issued for areas surrounding Attanagalu Oya and Ma Oya. • Economic & Operational Impact: • Education: All schools in the Hatton Education Zone are closed today. • Landslides: Warnings remain active for 11 districts, posing risks to transport and plantation sector logistics. • Outlook: The weather system is expected to move away over the next 48 hours; however, public vigilance is urged against lightning and strong winds.