Srilanka, Sept. 6 -- Water levels in nine major irrigation reservoirs in the Ampara District have plunged to just 21.5%, amid the severe dry weather prevailing across the country, the Irrigation Department said today (6).



The sharp decline has raised concerns over water availability for agriculture and other essential needs in the district.



Meanwhile, water levels in four major irrigation reservoirs in the Batticaloa District have also fallen to 25.3%, reflecting the worsening impact of the prolonged dry spell in the Eastern Province.



The ongoing dry weather continues to affect several districts, with water resources and agriculture facing severe pressure. Although several areas of Polonnaruwa and Monaragala received rainfall...