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Water level at Nagalagam Street gauge surpasses 8-foot mark

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- Due to the rising water levels in the Kelani River Basin, Hanwella and several surrounding low-lying areas are currently experiencing a major flood situation. The Irrigation Depa... Read More


Agriculture Ministry issues notice on transportation of vegetables

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- Vegetables such as cabbage, carrots and beans are currently being received in significant quantities at the economic centers in Welimada, Keppetipola and other areas in the Badull... Read More


Management Committee appointed for 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the establishment of the 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund, which aims to rebuild the country after the immense damage caused by Cyclone 'Ditwa', o... Read More


Necessary steps taken under emergency regulations - Essential Services Commissioner General

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The Office of the Commissioner General of Essential Services is taking necessary decisions under emergency regulations, to deal with the on-going disaster situation in the country... Read More


Foreign Ministry establishes Emergency Coordination Unit to aid Sri Lankans affected by floods

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism has established an Emergency Coordination Unit to manage and streamline relief efforts for Sri Lankan nationals aff... Read More


Water level of Kelani River receding at Hanwella and several locations

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The water level of the Kelani River is receding at several locations according to the latest assessment made by the Department of Irrigation. L.S. Sooriyabandara, the Director of... Read More


China announces emergency assistance for disaster relief efforts in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The people of China share the grief of those affected by the severe floods and landslides triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, which have caused substantial casualties and extensive prope... Read More


Level 3 (Red) landslide evacuation warning issued to several areas in six districts

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- A 'Level-3' (Red) landslide evacuation warning has been issued for multiple areas in six districts by the National Building and Research Organisation (NBRO). Accordingly, the NBR... Read More


Sri Lanka's death toll from adverse weather climbs to 366

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The death toll due to the adverse weather conditions experienced in the country in the past few days has climbed to 366, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) has confirmed. The h... Read More


Police warn against sharing false news on social media during disaster situations

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- Strict legal action will be taken against individuals who spread false news on social media during the disaster situation, a time when the entire nation is united, Police Media Sp... Read More