Sri Lanka, Nov. 27 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has issued directives to security forces and relevant officials to prioritise public safety and rescue operations and to ensure the continuous provision of essential relief services, including healthcare for affected populations.

The President chaired a meeting at the Parliamentary complex this morning with government and opposition Members of Parliament, as well as relevant officials, to review the emerging emergency situation and ongoing relief efforts resulting from the prevailing adverse weather conditions.

With heavy rainfall expected to intensify over the next two days, creating a high-risk situation, the President instructed MPs to visit their respective districts, convene ...