05th June 2024 15:56:27 Hours
Due to the heavy rainfall in recent days caused by adverse weather conditions, the Katunayake, Awariwatta area in the Gampaha district has experienced flooding. Reportedly, 313 civilians en route to their workplaces were provided transportation facilities on 5 June 2024. This assistance was facilitated by the 141 Infantry Brigade, which operates under the 14 Infantry Division, along with support from the 1 Sri Lanka Armoured Corps and 2 (V) Sri Lanka Army Service Corps. Specifically, 4 x 12 troops with two armored vehicles and Boats were deployed.