Extreme weather : Public urged not to visit unsafe & damaged locations
2025-11-30
Sri Lanka Police have requested the public not to visit unsafe and damaged locations, affected by inclement weather. Issuing aContinue Reading
India begins evacuation of passengers stranded in SL
2025-11-30
The High Commission of India in Colombo has commenced facilitating the swift return home of the Indian passengers stranded inContinue Reading
Major flood warnings issued for Kelani, Kalu, Maha and Attanugalu Rivers
2025-11-30
The Department of Irrigation says major and minor flood warnings issued to several areas remain effective as of 03.30 amContinue Reading
Highest rainfall in last 24 hrs recorded in Kilinochchi
2025-11-30
The Department of Meteorology says the highest rainfall in the last 24 hours ending at 06.00 am today has beenContinue Reading
Extreme weather : 159 dead, 203 missing – DMC
2025-11-30
A total of 159 persons are reported dead and 203 are reported missing due to inclement weather conditions in SriContinue Reading
Travel advisory for passengers departing Bandaranaike International Airport
2025-11-30
Airport authorities on Sunday advised passengers traveling through Bandaranaike International Airport to use the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway as several access roadsContinue Reading
Nagalagam Street Hits Major Flood Level as Kelani River Surges
2025-11-30
Nagalagam Street recorded a sharp rise in water levels early this morning, crossing into major flood stage as the KelaniContinue Reading
Ambatale Flood Barrier Overflows: Immediate Evacuation Warning
2025-11-30
The Ambatale flood control barrier has begun to overflow as water levels of the Kelani River continue to rise rapidly,Continue Reading
35 youths detained over drug party amid national disaster
2025-11-30
Police have arrested two women and thirty-three men during a special operation carried out by the Welikada Police yesterday. TheContinue Reading
Three Foreign Visitors Safely Evacuated from Welimada Landslide
2025-11-30
A landslide in the Reddapola area of Welimada late Saturday night led to the rescue of three foreign tourists whoContinue Reading
Prevailing rainy weather condition will be reduced by today
2025-11-30
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 30 NOVEMBER 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 30 November 2025 The Cyclonic Storm “Ditwah” [Pronunciation: Ditwah]Continue Reading
Disaster relief: President meets NGOs
2025-11-30
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that maintaining proper coordination among all stakeholders involved in providing relief to disaster-affected communities wouldContinue Reading
Mavil Aru sluice under pressure as floodwaters rise, warning from Irrigation Dept.
2025-11-30
The Mavil Aru sluice is under pressure due to heavy inflows from the Mahaweli River, Director General of Irrigation AjithContinue Reading
Sri Lanka offers free visa extensions and flexible flight changes for stranded tourists
2025-11-29
Sri Lanka has announced special support measures for tourists affected by the ongoing severe weather, including free visa extensions andContinue Reading
Prabath Chandrakeerthi appointed Commissioner General of Essential Services
2025-11-29
Prabath Chandrakeerthi has been appointed as the Commissioner General of Essential Services, the President’s Media Division announced. The appointment hasContinue Reading
Blood Bank appeals for donations as weather disrupts mobile drives
2025-11-29
A shortage of blood has emerged in the country as a result of the ongoing disaster situation, according to Dr.Continue Reading
Sri Lanka Announces Verified Foreign Currency Accounts for Relief Aid
2025-11-29
The Ministry of Finance has released official bank details for anyone wishing to contribute to Sri Lanka’s disaster relief efforts.Continue Reading