Sharp drop in water levels
M D Mahinda -Devahuwa corr
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The Siyambalawatta Wewa which has dried up
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Water levels in all reservoirs have dropped sharply due to the
continuous dry weather.
Many small tanks have completely dried up. Paddy cultivation in the
area has also been adversely affected. About 60 acres of paddy
cultivation in Pahala Diggala Siyambalawatte Wewa and Damana Wewa area
have been affected the prevailing dry weather. Paddy cultivation has
also been destroyed by cattle.
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