Minor flood conditions continue to persist in certain areas along the Nilwala and Gin rivers, the Irrigation Department stated.

The Irrigation Department noted that although rainfall has decreased compared to previous days, several locations in the upper catchment areas of the Nilwala River recorded rainfall between 75 and 100 mm over the past 24 hours.

Meanwhile, rainfall of between 50 and 75 mm was recorded in the upper catchment areas of the Mahaweli River, while the upper reaches of the Maha Oya received close to 50 millimetres.

Minor flood conditions continue in Akuressa and downstream areas along the Nilwala River, as well as in Pathegama and surrounding areas in the lower reaches of the Gin River.

Although no significant rise in water levels has been observed in these areas, the risk of flooding in certain low-lying areas remains, the Irrigation Department warned.

Water levels in the upper reaches of the Kalu Ganga are gradually receding. However, levels in Millakanda and surrounding areas remain close to minor flood thresholds, the Department added.

Meanwhile, water levels in the Kelani River, Attanagalu Oya and Maha Oya are also gradually declining, while no dangerous rise has been recorded in the upper reaches of the Mahaweli River.

However, the Irrigation Department has warned that water levels in the Nilwala and Gin rivers, as well as other rivers in the wet zone, remain relatively high and could rise rapidly depending on future rainfall.

As heavy rainfall may occur within short periods, residents living in low-lying areas near rivers have been urged to remain vigilant.

The Irrigation Department has also advised the general public to closely monitor official announcements issued by relevant authorities, as the opening of reservoir spill gates may change depending on water levels.