Sri Lanka, Nov. 28 -- Gampaha District Secretary Lalinda Gamage has urged residents of low-lying areas in Dompe, Biyagama, and Kelaniya to evacuate immediately due to the rapidly worsening flood situation.

He stated that although the area is currently experiencing minor flooding, conditions are expected to escalate into a major flood situation within the next few hours.

The District Secretary added that arrangements are already underway to evacuate residents from the affected areas.

He further stated that approximately 800 people in the Divulapitiya and Mirigama areas have been evacuated due to the overflow of the Maa Oya.

Meanwhile, the Irrigation Department has warned that a significant flood situation may develop within the next si...