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Drought prompts temporary campsite closures in two Sri Lankan national parks

Drought conditions have forced temporary campsite closures at Kumana and Gal Oya National Parks.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Sep 3, 2026, 3:11 AM UTC.

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The closures indicate water and fire-risk pressures affecting protected areas and local tourism operations.

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Drought Conditions Force Temporary Campsite Closures at Kumana and Gal Oya National Parks ↗lankanewspapers.com · Recorded source date: Sep 3, 2026, 3:01 AM UTC

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