A total of 38 medium and large-scale reservoirs managed by the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling, Director of Irrigation (Hydrology and Disaster Management) L.S. Sooriyabandara has said.

He noted that several reservoirs, including Deduru Oya, Rajanganaya, Inginimitiya, Yan Oya and Usgala Siyambalangamuwa, are experiencing relatively high spill levels.

However, no immediate risk of major flooding has been identified under the prevailing conditions, although water levels in reservoirs and rivers remain elevated, he said.

Rainfall decreased yesterday, with some areas in the upper catchments of the Kalu and Kelani rivers recording approximately 60 mm of rainfall. Certain areas in the upper Kelani River catchment received around 40 mm, according to the Irrigation Department.

Water levels in the upper reaches of most rivers are gradually receding. However, minor flooding continues in some low-lying areas along the Nilwala, Gin, Kalu and Kelani rivers.

According to the Irrigation Director, water levels remain around minor flood levels in areas downstream of Akuressa, including Thalgahagoda and areas near Matara along the Nilwala River, as well as in the Baddegama area along the Gin River.

Water levels also remain elevated at Millakanda, Putupawula and Ellagawa along the Kalu River. The director warned that water levels in low-lying areas along the river in the Kalutara District could rise further.

Meanwhile, although water levels in the upper reaches of the Kelani River and Attanagalu Oya are gradually declining, floodwater may continue to remain in low-lying areas of the Gampaha District, including Katana and Ja-Ela.

The Department of Irrigation has warned that moderate rainfall is expected today and that water levels in rivers and low-lying areas could rise again in locations affected by further rainfall.

The general public has been urged to avoid bathing, engaging in water sports and undertaking other risky activities in areas where floodwater remains.