Srilanka, Nov. 29 -- The Department of Irrigation stated that the flood warning issued for the low-lying areas of the Deduru Oya basin is extended for an additional 48 hours.

The Department of Irrigation also noted a high flood risk for the areas in the lower Mahaweli River basin.

It advises that residents in the low-lying areas, including Dimubulagala, Thamankaduwa, Medirigiriya, Welikanda, Kinniya, Mutur, Lankapura, and Kantale, should evacuate.

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