November 27, Colombo (LNW): The Kandy District Secretary has announced that an Emergency Disaster Situation has been officially declared for the district as heavy rain and worsening weather conditions continue to pose serious risks.

Authorities say the declaration enables quicker deployment of relief teams and the mobilisation of additional resources to areas already experiencing flooding, landslides and other weather-related hazards.

Residents have been urged to remain alert and follow the instructions of local disaster management officials as conditions may deteriorate further.