Navy aids in removing obstructions under Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges
In a remarkable display of its expertise, the Sri Lanka Navy on 03rd May 2024 cleared blockages under the Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges over Gin River in Baddegama area of Galle, ensuring the smooth flow of water downstream.
Following heavy rains, tree remains and other debris brought by raging waters of Gin River collect under the Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges hampering smooth flow of river water. Remaining ever alert to these developments, the Sri Lanka Navy often clears blockages beneath those bridges, to avert possible flood threat in low-lying areas.
Accordingly, a team of Navy divers and a group of Rapid Action Boat Squadron personnel attached to the Southern Naval Command were pressed into action to clear the blockages under the Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges, averting possible threat to life and property from flash floods.
The Sri Lanka Navy recently showcased its expertise by clearing blockages under the Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges over Gin River in Baddegama area of Galle. Heavy rains often bring tree remains and debris that hinder the smooth flow of water downstream, posing a flood threat to low-lying areas. To prevent this, the Navy swiftly acted with a team of divers and Rapid Action Boat Squadron personnel to clear the blockages, ensuring the safety of lives and properties. This proactive approach by the Sri Lanka Navy demonstrates their commitment to disaster prevention and mitigation efforts in the region.
