Floods in Sri Lanka

 When there are heavy showers it causes floods in many part of the country. Floods are big problem for the people who live near rivers and lakes. People are unable to go to work, children cannot go to school and vehicles cannot travel on roads during floods which cause major problems to all human beings.

Most areas such as Ja-ela, Wattala, Gampaha, Colombo and Matara get flooded during heavy showers. Because of floods houses go under water and roads too are not possible. People get trapped in their houses during heavy floods. 

Some people climb onto their roofs to avoid the flood water. When people get trapped during floods, they find it very difficult to get food and fresh water. Boats are used to rescue or provide food for flood victims. The government, and other responsible bodies and authorities should take necessary action to clean up clogged drains and reduce the floods. 

They should not allow people to fill up marshy lands for building purposes. They should build a better drainage system to reduce flood damage and prevent loss of life and property. ❤️❤️❤️