Sri Lanka Faces Water Supply Risk

Sri Lanka may face water supply restrictions in the coming days as reservoir water levels continue to fall due to ongoing severe drought conditions. Authorities issued this warning as dry weather continues to affect several parts of the country. Importantly, officials stressed the need for immediate public cooperation.

Chairman of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board, Shandana Bandara, confirmed that reservoir levels are decreasing rapidly because of the prolonged dry weather. As a result, authorities are closely monitoring the national water supply situation. Therefore, officials urge the public to avoid unnecessary water usage.

Authorities requested residents to limit water use to essential daily activities. In addition, they warned that excessive water consumption could reduce water pressure in higher elevation areas and locations at the end of pipeline networks. Consequently, careful water management remains critical at this stage.

Officials further explained that water supply restrictions may become necessary if drought conditions continue to intensify in the coming days. Meanwhile, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board continues to monitor rainfall patterns and reservoir levels nationwide. Therefore, public cooperation plays a vital role in maintaining uninterrupted supply.

The Chairman strongly emphasized that responsible water use can help prevent supply interruptions across the country. Furthermore, cooperation from households and businesses will support efforts to manage limited water resources efficiently. As a result, authorities encourage everyone to conserve water whenever possible.