Heavy rains: President orders adequate protection to citizens
[Friday, May 04, 2007 - 7.00 GMT]
 

Heavy rainfall and strong winds in a number of areas including Colombo since yesterday (3rd May) has resulted in traffic blocks, power failures and overflowing of the drainage system which led to the deaths and many hazards to citizens.

President Mahinda Rajapaksa has instructed the officials of the Urban Development Authority, Colombo Municipal Council, the Road Development Authority and all other relevant institutions to carry out proper maintenance and immediate repairs to all relevant facilities; take immediate action to control the situation and implement an immediate programme to educate the people about the present dangers from adverse weather conditions.

If there is any unprotected place or other hazard posing a danger to citizens in the Colombo city and the adjacent areas, the following authorities may be informed over the phone:

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President's Office emphasizes that in the other parts of the island too, the relevant officials should be especially vigilant about the hazards to citizens from bad weather conditions.
 

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Last Updated Date: May 04,, 2007 - 7.00 GMT