The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) has activated nationwide preparedness measures in response to forecasts of increased rainfall issued by the Department of Meteorology.
DMC Director General Major General (Retired) Sampath Kotuwegoda stated that all relevant authorities have been placed on standby, including naval units, aircraft squadrons, and boat teams, to ensure rapid response if required.
According to meteorological forecasts, a wave-like wind pattern is expected to influence the country from December 29, bringing above-normal rainfall to the Northern, North Central, Central, Eastern, and Uva provinces.
Major General Kotuwegoda emphasized that these precautionary steps are intended to reduce potential disaster risks and safeguard public safety. In line with the northeast monsoon emergency response plan, the DMC has also alerted the Sri Lanka Armed Forces, Sri Lanka Police, and the Civil Security Department to prepare personnel, aircraft, naval resources, and boats for deployment if necessary.
The DMC has urged the public to remain vigilant and follow official advisories during this period of heightened weather activity.
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