The 2004 tsunami had devastating effects on sri Lanka due to the lack of knowledge and preparedness. The incident shed some light on the importance of coral reefs and mangroves for the protection of...
Floods are natural phenomena, which have helped to shape natural landscapes, habitats and ecosystems in floodplains, wetlands and other lowlands. It is impossible to completely stop floods, although measures may be taken to reduce...
Since the period of the ancient civilization of Sri Lanka, the country has had a number of ports. Today, Sri Lanka operates many ports as well and one of these is the Port of...
A landslide is the gravitational movement of a mass of rock, earth or debris down a slope. Landslides are usually classified on the basis of the material involved (rock, debris, earth, mud) and the...
Uma Oya multipurpose development project is considered to be the largest development project after Mahaweli Development project. The objectives of the project are to produce hydro power, irrigation and to provide water for industrial,...
Earthquakes are the vibrations caused by rocks breaking under stress. Energy builds up underground and once it builds up enough it just can’t hold back any longer Earth’s surface breaks which results the shaking...
