A deadly landslide triggered by continuous heavy rainfall has left 10 people confirmed dead, while 40 others remain missing in Alawathugoda.
Rescue teams, including police, military, and emergency response units, are currently engaged in search and recovery operations amid challenging conditions.
Authorities have urged residents living in landslide-prone areas to evacuate immediately and move to designated safe centers as heavy rains continue. Further warnings have been issued to avoid unstable slopes and report emergencies to local disaster officials without delay.
