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    Assessing the Potential Rapid and Long Travelling Landslides in Sri Lanka: A Case Study of Athwelthota Landslide

    Landslides are a significant natural hazard in Sri Lanka, causing colossal damage to infrastructure, property, and loss of life. The country is highly susceptible to landslides due to its mountainous terrain, ...

    A. R. P. Weerasinghe, S. H. S. Jayakody in Progress in Landslide Research and Technol… (2024)

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    Experimental Study on Residual Shear Strength of Soil Using Undrained Ring Shear Apparatus

    In general, studies of residual shear strength are minimal for soils on landslide-prone slopes in Sri Lanka. This study focuses on determining the residual shear strength of the soil samples taken from the Ath...

    N. P. G. Amali, H. R. Maduranga in Progress in Landslide Research and Technol… (2024)

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    Assessment of the Structural Geological, Hydrogeological, and Geomorphological Relationships of the Athwelthota Landslide, Sri Lanka

    Landslides pose a significant threat to Sri Lanka, causing loss of life and property damages. The Athwelthota landslide in Kalutara District, occurred on May 26, 2017, resulting in casualties and severe proper...

    D. M. D. S. Dissanayaka in Progress in Landslide Research and Technol… (2024)