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- 26 Oct 2026
Severe Cyclone 'Ornb' Expected to Intensify Near India's Andhra Pradesh Coast
A severe cyclone named 'Ornb' is expected to intensify and make landfall near Andhra Pradesh, India, on October 28, 2026. Although Sri Lanka will not experience direct impacts, heavy rainfall and strong winds are anticipated in several reg…
- 26 Oct 2026 · Yahoo Sports
GENERAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SRI LANKA
The article provides a weather forecast for Sri Lanka, detailing the impact of a cyclonic storm named 'Arnab' originating from the Bay of Bengal. It mentions the storm's expected path and intensity, and its indirect effects on Sri Lanka, i…
- 26 Oct 2026
Rising Water Levels in Attanagalla River Basin Pose Flood Risk in Low-Lying Areas
Heavy rainfall in the upper and middle regions of the Attanagalla River Basin, coupled with the release of water from the Basnagagoda Reservoir, has caused the water levels in the Attanagalla River to rise significantly. Authorities have i…
- 26 Oct 2026 · youtube.com
රත්නපුර තත්ත්වය එන්න එන්නම දරුණු වෙයි - කඩ,ගෙවල් හැමදේම වතුරෙන් යටවෙයි
The article reports on severe weather conditions in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, where heavy rain has caused widespread flooding, affecting roads, homes, and other infrastructure.
- 26 Oct 2026
Sri Lanka Announces School Closures Due to Adverse Weather Conditions
Due to adverse weather conditions, the Sri Lankan government has announced the closure of all preschools and early childhood development centers across the island on October 27, 2026. The decision was made to ensure the safety of young chi…
- 26 Oct 2026
Heavy Rainfall Causes Widespread Flooding in Puttalam District, Sri Lanka
Heavy rainfall over several days has caused widespread flooding in Puttalam District, Sri Lanka, affecting multiple reservoirs and ponds. District Secretary VM.Indika de Silva reported that 9,467 people from 2,475 families in eight regiona…
- 26 Oct 2026
Rising Runoff and Flood Risks Highlighted in China's Brahmaputra Dam Project
Chinese researchers have warned that the Brahmaputra River could experience increased runoff and a higher risk of floods over the century, raising concerns about the potential impacts of China's $168 billion mega dam project on the river i…
- 26 Oct 2026
Heavy Rainfall Triggers Flood Warnings and School Closures in Sri Lanka
Heavy rainfall has prompted flood warnings in several river basins across Sri Lanka, leading to the closure of all preschools and early childhood development centres on October 27. The Department of Irrigation has issued Amber flood warnin…
- 26 Oct 2026
Sri Lanka Issues Landslide Warnings in Multiple Districts
Sri Lanka's National Building Research Institute has issued landslide warnings for several districts due to heavy rainfall. The warnings include Level 3 (Red) alerts for Ratnapura, Kalutara, and Nuwara Eliya districts, urging residents to…
- 26 Oct 2026 · Deccan Herald
Severe Weather in Tamil Nadu: Lightning Strikes Claim 14 Lives, Hill Stations Close to Tourists
Tamil Nadu is grappling with severe weather conditions as heavy rains have caused 14 lightning-related deaths, 62 landslides in the Nilgiris, and crop damage in Nagapattinam. Tourist entry to hill stations has been restricted, and waterlog…
- 26 Oct 2026
Sri Lanka Closes Schools and Early Childhood Development Centers Due to Adverse Weather
Due to adverse weather conditions, the Sri Lankan government has decided to close all schools and early childhood development centers on October 27, 2026. The decision was made to ensure the safety of students and staff. Additionally, land…
- 26 Oct 2026
All Schools in Sri Lanka Closed Due to Adverse Weather Conditions
Due to prevailing adverse weather conditions, all schools across Sri Lanka will remain closed tomorrow. The decision was made as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students amid heavy rain and strong winds. Despite the closure…
- 26 Oct 2026
Cyclonic Storm Arnab Intensifies: Impact on Sri Lanka and India
Cyclonic storm Arnab is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall along India's Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28. While the storm is not expected to directly affect Sri Lanka, heavy rainfall and strong winds ar…
- 26 Oct 2026
Sri Lanka Schools Closed Due to Heavy Rains, Exams Proceed as Scheduled
All schools across Sri Lanka will remain closed tomorrow due to heavy rains, but practical exams for the 2026 GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) aesthetic subjects will proceed as scheduled. The Irrigation Department has issued a minor flooding risk…
- 26 Oct 2026
Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather Impact Sri Lanka, Leading to Flooding and Disruptions
Heavy rainfall and severe weather conditions have led to flooding in several rivers across Sri Lanka, affecting thousands of residents and disrupting transport and power infrastructure. One death and over 10,000 affected individuals have b…
- 26 Oct 2026
Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding and School Closures in Sri Lanka
Heavy rainfall in Sri Lanka has led to flooding in several areas, including Nuwara Eliya, and prompted the closure of all schools across the country. The Irrigation Department has issued a flood risk warning for low-lying areas along the A…
- 20 Oct 2026 · Newswire LK
Cabinet greenlights Rs. 15.07 billion revised plan for Kolonnawa flood control project completion
The Cabinet has approved a revised three-year plan worth Rs. 15.07 billion to complete the Kolonnawa Stormwater Drainage and Environment Improvement Project, which was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recession. The plan inclu…
- 20 Oct 2026
Landslide Warnings Issued for Several Districts Amid Heavy Rain
The National Building Research Institute (NBRI) has issued landslide early warnings for several areas across multiple districts due to prevailing rainy weather conditions. The warnings, issued at 4:00 p.m. today, will remain in effect unti…
- 20 Oct 2026
Department of Meteorology Issues Rough Seas Advisory for Western and Southern Coasts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory warning of rough sea conditions along coastal waters from Trincomalee to Galle, via Kankesanthurai, Kalpitiya, and Colombo. The advisory, issued at 4:30 p.m. on October 20, 2026, will re…
- 20 Oct 2026
Meteorological Department Issues Rough Sea Advisory for Coastal Areas in Sri Lanka
The Meteorological Department of Sri Lanka has issued an advisory warning of rough seas along the coastal areas from Trincomalee to Galle. The advisory, which is in effect from October 20, 2026, at 4:30 PM to October 21, 2026, at 1:30 AM,…