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Heavy vehicle movement restricted on Badulla-Colombo main road

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The movement of heavy vehicles has been restricted between Hali Ela and Uduwara until further notice due to heightened risks of landslides along the Badulla-Colombo main road (route No. 99).

The announcement was made by the Badulla District Disaster Management Centre (DMC) today.

Hence, motorists are strongly advised to seek alternate routes from Hali Ela via Etampitiya to Bandarawela, according to police authorities.

Furthermore, all long-distance passenger transport buses will be required to utilize these alternate routes starting tomorrow, in accordance with the decision made during the meeting.

Necessary precautions are underway to ensure the safety of all motorists and passengers amidst the ongoing landslide threats.

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Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill passed

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The Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill was passed by a special majority, without amendments in Parliament today (Feb. 17).
A division was called for the Third Reading of the Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill which was passed in Parliament. During the Third Reading vote, 158 votes were cast in favor.

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SL women’s squad for NZ tour, announced

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A 16-member Sri Lanka Women’s Squad has been selected by the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Selection Committee to tour New Zealand later this week.
The team, captained by Chamari Athapaththu, will leave the country on Feb. 22 and will play 03 ODIs and 03 T20Is.

The ODIs will be played on 04th, 07th and 09th of March, while the T20Is will be played on the 14th, 16th and 18th of March. 

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Heat index advisory for several areas

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Heat index, the temperature felt on the human body is expected to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in Northern, North-central, North-western, Western and Southern provinces and Rathnapura district.

The report released by the Department of Meteorology is as follows : 

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