Limited train services to operate today Railway Department
The Department of Railways announced limited train services will operate today, November 30, due to adverse weather conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115348
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Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island today
Today, parts of the island will experience several spells of showers. The Cyclonic Storm “Ditwah” is located about 130 km north of Jaffna, near latitude 10.7°N and longitude 80.6°E, as reported by the Department of Meteorology on November 29 at 11:30 p.m. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115347
President appoints Commissioner General for Essential Services
The President has appointed Mr. Prabath Chandrakeerthi, Secretary to the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, as the Commissioner General of Essential Services. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115346
Govt launches special operation to restore damaged communication networks amid disaster situation
The Sri Lankan government has initiated a special operation to restore damaged communication networks following a disaster. A discussion was held between the government and major telecommunications companies at the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission to address the situation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115345
Japan to dispatch assessment team and emergency aid to Sri Lanka
Japan will send an assessment team and emergency aid to Sri Lanka via the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in response to the significant damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115344
Indonesia flood death toll climbs to 303 amid cyclone devastation, disaster agency says
The death toll from floods and landslides in Sumatra, Indonesia, has increased to 303 due to severe cyclonic rains, according to the disaster mitigation agency. This marks a significant rise from the earlier count of 174 fatalities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115343
Death toll owing to adverse weather climbs to 159 with over 203 missing
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reports that the death toll from severe weather has risen to 159, with over 203 individuals still missing. Adverse conditions continue to impact the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115342
Two toll-free hotlines to report about women and children in distress
The Ministry of Women and Child Affairs has launched two toll-free hotlines for the public to report and seek assistance for women and children in distress. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115341
Access roads to Nuwara Eliya and Anuradhapura cities obstructed
Access roads to Nuwara Eliya and Anuradhapura are blocked due to significant damage from floods and landslides, as reported by Wimal Kandambi, Director General of the Road Development Authority. The adverse weather conditions in Sri Lanka have severely impacted roads and bridges nationwide. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115340
Cyclone Ditwah- Heavy rains lash Tamil Nadu; flight, train services disrupted
Cyclone Ditwah is bringing heavy rains to Tamil Nadu, causing significant disruptions to flight and train services. The storm is moving closer to the southern state, affecting daily operations and prompting local authorities to respond to the severe weather conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115339