Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- Sri Lanka's tri-forces have intensified rescue and relief operations across the country as heavy rains and rising flood levels impacted the livelihoods of thousands of families.

Over the past two days, the Sri Lanka Army, Sri Lanka Navy and Sri Lanka Air Force have jointly expanded ground, water and air-based assistance to ensure the safety of affected communities, the Ministry of Defence.

The Sri Lanka Army has deployed large teams for search, rescue and infrastructure restoration, clearing blocked roads, reinforcing tank bunds, and relocating stranded civilians to safe locations. Troops in Polonnaruwa, Vanni, Western and Central regions rescued dozens of people trapped by sudden floods, while emergency shelters co...