⚠️ Alert: Seasonal Flooding Risk in Low-Lying Areas of Gampaha
Inter-monsoonal rains pose flooding risks in Dompe, Biyagama, Kelaniya, and Wattala. Business owners in low-lying areas should take preventive measures to protect inventory and operations.
Flooding Alert for Gampaha District Businesses
The Meteorology Department has issued warnings for heavy rainfall across the Western Province during the inter-monsoonal period (March–April and October–November). Several key business areas in Gampaha District face significant flooding risk.
High-Risk Areas
Kelaniya & Biyagama
Areas along the Kelani River banks and the Biyagama EPZ vicinity are particularly vulnerable during heavy rains. The 2024 floods caused temporary closures affecting several manufacturing units.
Dompe & Minuwangoda
Low-lying areas in these regions experienced water accumulation of 1-3 feet during previous monsoon seasons, affecting small businesses and agricultural operations.
Wattala & Ja-Ela
Urban flooding in these densely populated commercial zones disrupts supply chains and retail operations. The 2023 floods resulted in an estimated LKR 120 million in business losses.