However, the water levels at the Kelani river has started to gradually recede.

The water level of the Kelani River as indicated on the water gauge in Nagalagama Street was at 7.5 ft by 3.30pm yesterday (20) had gone down to 7.2 feet three hours later.

The gauges in Hanwella and Glencourse also indicate that the flood waters are receding.

However, it could take around a minimum of two days for the floods to recede, says Director of Water Management of the Irrigation Department - Mrs. Janaki Meegasthenna.

Showers falling in areas of the river's upper reaches could delay this further, she added.

Water levels of the Kalu Ganga too, are receding.

Landslides

Meanwhile, seven districts still face landslide threats, authorities warn.

The districts are namely Kandy, Rathnapura, Kurunegala, Nuwara Eliya, Kegalle, Matale and Kalutara.

Public are urged to remain vigilant.

Meanwhile, the Colombo - Hatton main road has started to sink in near the Kitulgala area, reports say.