Sri Lanka, Dec. 8 -- Sri Lanka Police stated that a telecommunications service provider has requested the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to inform the public about the risk of damage to telecommunication cables that have been exposed in several areas due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions.

According to the company, essential communication cables including fiber optic and copper lines have been damaged or exposed in public areas as a result of the severe disaster situation affecting many parts of the island.

It has also been reported that some underground telecommunication cables have sustained damage during road repair work carried out in the affected areas.

Accordingly, the situation has significantly hindered ongoing eff...