Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 28 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release:
As severe weather conditions continue to affect the island, the Tri-Forces remain on full alert and are actively engaged in relief and rescue operations.
Prioritizing national security and humanitarian assistance, Tri-Forces personnel are on 24-hour readiness to respond to emergencies and have already implemented disaster relief measures in almost every district.
The Sri Lanka Army has launched a large-scale disaster response operation, deploying 20,500 troops across the island. Under this extensive effort, 195 temporary shelters have been established, and the Army continues to provide food and water to displaced communities. So fa...