Two additional spill gates of the Deduru Oya Reservoir have been opened due to rainfall across several parts of the island.
Accordingly, eight spill gates are now open, releasing water at a rate of 16,500 cubic feet per second, the Department of Irrigation has stated.
The department has warned of a potential flood risk in low-lying areas along river valleys within the Divisional Secretariat divisions of Wariyapola, Nikaweratiya, Mahawa, Kobeigane, Bingiriya, Pallama, Chilaw, Arachchikattuwa and Rasnayakapura.
Residents living downstream of the Deduru Oya Reservoir have been advised to remain vigilant.
Meanwhile, eight spill gates of the Rajanganaya Reservoir have also been opened, releasing water into the Kala Oya at a rate of 7,884 cubic feet per second.
