The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has launched a hotline for farmers to report crop damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah, allowing affected individuals to seek assistance effectively. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115588
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake honored SLAF Group Captain Nirmal Siyambalapitiya, who was killed during a flood rescue mission. The tribute was reported by the President’s Media Division. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115587
The Trump administration has implemented enhanced vetting procedures for H-1B visa applicants. An internal memo indicates that individuals associated with “censorship” of free speech may face rejection during the application process. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115586
The Road Development Authority has suspended the expressway toll waiver previously granted due to adverse weather conditions. Motorists will now be required to resume paying the appropriate tolls on expressways. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115585
Uva Province state officials will collectively donate one day’s salary to aid reconstruction efforts following recent disaster damage. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115583
A Ceylon Electricity Board worker died from electrocution while restoring electricity in Hettipola, following damage caused by adverse weather conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115581
Cyclone Ditwah has caused significant damage to infrastructure in Sri Lanka, including roads, bridges, and rail tracks. Efforts are underway to restore services, with 246 roads already repaired, as reported by the Commissioner-General of Essential Services, B.K. Prabath Chandrakeerthi. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115580
The U.S. has officially transferred the former Coast Guard cutter, USCGC EX-DECISIVE, to the Sri Lanka Navy in a ceremony held in Baltimore. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115579
Two spill gates of Kala Wewa have been opened by four feet as of 9:00 a.m. today. Authorities are advising residents in downstream areas to remain vigilant due to potential flooding risks. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115578
Japan’s overseas aid agency has dispatched a medical team to Sri Lanka to assist with rescue and relief efforts in the aftermath of a disaster. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115577
