Sri Lanka, Dec. 10 -- Highlands surrounding the Ambokka village within the Pallepola Divisional Secretariat area in Matale, have reportedly become increasingly unstable following recent heavy rains.

Accordingly, villagers are urging authorities to seek the immediate involvement of the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) to assess the area's safety and provide clear public guidance.

A recent landslide in the village resulted in the tragic loss of seven members of the same family.

Although the remains were recovered and laid to rest, the affected site remains fully covered in earth, and residents report that even the remnants of the house cannot be located.

Following the devastation, villagers have stated that the family's do...