Puttalam records highest rainfall of over 250 mm within 24 hours
Puttalam recorded the highest 24-hour rainfall in Sri Lanka, receiving 256.2 mm from 8:30 a.m. yesterday to 8:30 a.m. today, according to the Department of Meteorology. Source: AdaDerana (May 14, 2026). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=122488