Meeriyabedda Landslide Tragedy: Politicians fail to prevent, despite professional warnings

by Rajan Philips-November 1, 2014

This is not the time to say, "We told you so." But when is it not the time to warn of potential but preventable disasters, such as floods and landslides? We mourn the dead at the Meeriyabedda estate and feel the pain of those who have lost their parents, siblings and spouses. We must also raise the alarm that more flooding and landslide disasters are in the offing if preventative actions are not taken, and not taken promptly. 

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