Sri Lanka closes some schools as heavy rains trigger floods and mudslides, killing 5

Heavy rains in Sri Lanka have resulted in floods and mudslides, causing five fatalities and leaving three people wounded. In response to the severe weather conditions, authorities closed schools across the country's tea-growing mountainous regions on Tuesday.

The extreme weather, characterized by heavy downpours over the preceding two days, has caused significant disruption in the affected areas. Officials are currently monitoring the situation as the impact of the rains continues to affect the region.