Colombo Mayor Vraie Cally Balthazaar has stated that the city’s drainage system, which was developed over the years to accommodate rainfall of approximately 30mm, was overwhelmed by the unusually heavy rainfall of 129mm recorded yesterday, resulting in flooding in several areas.
Speaking on the flooding reported in parts of Colombo, the Mayor said that authorities were working together to provide necessary relief to those affected as quickly as possible.
She noted that the unusually high volume of rainfall within a short period had created a challenging situation, highlighting the need for substantial long-term improvements to the city’s drainage infrastructure.
The Mayor further stated that short-term, medium-term and long-term plans had been formulated to address the issue.
