Sri Lanka Mahaweli Authority stated in a release that the distribution gates Kothmale Gamini Dissanayake reservoir will be opened today for the benefit of the families who are residing in the close proximity of the area. These families are affected due to the existing dry weather in that area. As a result the people who live in low lying areas of Mahaweli River starting from Gampola, Weligalla, Gelioya, Peradeniya and Katugasthota are instructed to be vigilant for the next few days.