Spill gates of several reservoirs have been opened from last night, our reporter informed. Accordingly, water levels in Laxapana, Wimalasurendra, New Laxapana have risen due to heavy showers.

Therefore, the power plants are operating their maximum capacity.

Moreover, since two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir were opened the water level of the Kelani river has also increased, the Electricity Board stated.