20 Oct 2023 | 06:32 AM UTC
Sri Lanka: Scheduled water disruptions to occur in parts of Colombo, Western Province, Oct. 21-22
Scheduled water outages to affect parts of Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka, Oct. 21-22. Commercial disruptions possible.
Event
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced that water outages will impact parts of Colombo, Western Province, 17:00 Oct. 21-08:00 Oct. 22. Affected areas include zones 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15.
Business disruptions are possible, especially for companies that rely on large quantities of municipal water. While residents typically rely on private water suppliers during water outages, ongoing fuel shortages could limit availability.
Advice
Confirm alternative water supplies for business operations. Pressure and water quality may be poor after service resumes; run taps for several minutes before using water. Use only bottled water from reputable suppliers for drinking and hygienic purposes.
