Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 31 -- Sri Lanka Army issued the following press release:
Army troops are engaged in disaster relief operations following a series of weather-related incidents caused by strong winds affecting several areas in the country.
On 30 May, troops from the 14th Battalion of the Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (14 VIR) responded promptly after a large tree branch fell in front of the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) due to strong winds. The soldiers swiftly cleared the debris, ensuring the road was safe and passable.
In a separate incident at Maitland Crescent, another tree branch fell as a result of the severe wind conditions. Once again, 14 VIR troops were deployed to clear the road.
Further, in ...