Srilanka, Aug. 3 -- Officials have been instructed to take immediate precautionary measures to protect the general public from possible disasters due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions across the country.



The instructions have been issued following weather-related warnings and updates released today (03), by the Department of Meteorology, the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) and the Irrigation Department.



Officials have been directed to maintain close contact with residents living in areas identified as high-risk for landslides by the NBRO and ensure they are informed of landslide warnings issued by the relevant authorities.



Residents in vulnerable areas have also been advised to remain alert to change...