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Flood warning issued for several areas
The Irrigation Department has issued a flood warning for several areas in Sri Lanka, and urged the residents and travellers to remain vigilant from 25 to 28 Nov.
This precautionary measure comes in response to a low-pressure currently forming over the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to intensify over the next few days.
The Department has highlighted the risk of floods in low-lying, flood-prone areas along key river basins, including the Malwathu, Kala Oya, Kanagarayanaru, Parangi Aru, Maa Oya, Yan Oya, Mahaweli Ganga, Maduru Oya, Mundeniaru, Gal Oya, Heda Oya, and Vila Oya. These regions are particularly vulnerable to potential floods during the specified period, the Department has said.
The Meteorology Department has warned that the low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to develop into a depression by 25 Nov. This development is expected to bring heavy rainfall across several regions with the Eastern Province potentially experiencing very heavy showers exceeding 150 mm. Other areas, including the Northern, North-Central, Central, and Uva Provinces, as well as the Hambantota district, are expected to receive heavy showers exceeding 100 mm.
Authorities are urging the public in the affected regions to stay informed and take necessary precautions during this potentially hazardous weather event.
Emeritus Professor of Anthropology Gananath Obeyesekere has passed away at the age of 95.
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The annual festival of St. Anthony’s Church on the Palaitivu Island, Jaffna was successfully held on 21 and 22 Mar 25.
Demonstrating its commitment to community and social responsibility, the Sri Lanka Navy enabled facilities for the conduct of the event and
convenience of devotees.
In accordance with the directives of the Commander of the Navy and under the supervision of the Commander Northern Naval Area, the Navy provided sea transportation for the event. Additionally, they ensured the safety and convenience of devotees by providing sanitary and medical facilities, drinking water, essential infrastructure, and deploying lifesaving teams.
The main mass of the church festival was conducted by the Vicar General of the Jaffna Diocese Very Rev. Fr. P Josephdas Jebarathnam.
This year’s event saw the participation of a gathering of priests and nuns from various regions, alongside a significant number of devotees.
The festival also highlighted the Navy’s ongoing dedication to fostering social welfare and promoting religious and cultural harmony.
(Navy Media)
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