Three sluice gates of Wellawaya Alikotaara Reservoir opened following heavy rainfall
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Three sluice gates of the Wellawaya Alikotaara Reservoir have been opened by two feet each after torrential rainfall in catchment areas caused water levels to rise rapidly.
The discharge has raised water levels in the Kirindi Oya, prompting the Department of Irrigation to advise residents living along both riverbanks to remain vigilant.
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How the story developed
- සිதThe Department of Irrigation opened spill gates at Lunugamwehera, Alikota Ara, and Maw Ara reservoirs.
- සිAuthorities opened six Victoria Reservoir spill gates, discharging 504 cubic metres of water per second.
- සිதAuthorities opened four Victoria Reservoir spill gates after water levels reached 438.04 meters.
- සිThis storyAuthorities warned residents along the Kirindi Oya riverbanks to remain vigilant due to rising levels.
