The water levels of several rivers have risen and floods have occurred in some areas owing to the prevailing rainy weather conditions in the country. The adverse weather prevailing in the country since May 13 has affected 61 Divisional Secretariats in 07 districts. According to the DMC, 04 persons were killed and 02 others have been injured due to the inclement weather. Meanwhile, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings for six districts with effect from 7.00 pm last night (15) to 7.00 pm today (16). The Ministry of Power and Energy states that the power supply to nearly 150,000 families has been cut off due to inclement weather.

Source: The Nation May 16, 2021 05:48 UTC