Ambatale flood protection embankment undergoing repairs after seepage concerns (opens original article in a new tab)

Repair work is ongoing at the Ambatale flood protection embankment after seepage was detected during recent flooding along the Kelani River. The National Building Research Organisation has recommended measures to strengthen the structure, and residents were relocated to safer areas.

• Repair work is underway at the Ambatale flood protection embankment due to seepage detected during recent flooding.
• The National Building Research Organisation recommended remedial measures including Reno mattresses and improved drainage systems.
• Residents were relocated to safer locations following concerns about the embankment's stability.