Lorry swept away by raging Hatton Oya found trapped against tree

A small lorry that was swept away yesterday (09) after being caught in the strong currents of the Hatton Oya, which flows from Hatton into the Mahaweli River, has been found. It was discovered by its owner this morning (10), trapped against a tree that had fallen across the stream.

Around 50 houses affected by heavy rains

The small lorry was caught in the floodwaters yesterday (09) afternoon following heavy rains that lashed the Hatton area. At the time, it had been parked in the Hatton Rothes area.

Meanwhile, it was also reported that around 50 houses situated in the low-lying areas of Rothes were submerged due to the overflowing of the Hatton Oya.