NewsHeavy rains accompanied by strong winds has affected normalcy in the upcountry area causing damages to houses and property, officials said. Pushpakumara said at least 400 people have been affected in the district alone. Among the other areas affected are Maskeliya, Hatton, Thalawakele and Kotagala. Affected persons are being accommodated in schools and cooked meals are being provided to them. Sluice gates of Upper Kotmale, Kotmale, Maskeliya and Lakshapana have been opened, preventing flooding.

Source: Sunday Times August 15, 2018 07:41 UTC