Operations at Colombo Port temporarily suspended
Operations at Colombo Port have been temporarily suspended, impacting activities at the facility. Further updates may be provided. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115297
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Death toll due to Cyclone Ditwah climbs further
The death toll from Cyclone Ditwah has increased to 85 in the Badulla and Kandy regions, as reported by the Disaster Management Centre and district officials. The severe weather continues to impact the area. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115296
Govt invites overseas Sri Lankans and foreign nationals to support disaster relief efforts
The Sri Lankan Government has invited overseas citizens and foreign nationals to assist in disaster relief efforts for those impacted by the ongoing crisis in the country. Contributions are encouraged to support affected communities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115294
Death toll climbs to 69 after landslides and severe floods in Sri Lanka
The death toll in Sri Lanka has risen to 69 due to landslides and severe flooding, with 34 individuals reported missing. Troops are actively engaged in rescuing hundreds stranded by the floodwaters. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115293
Several services including electricity, fuel supply declared essential services
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake declared several services, including electricity and fuel supply, as essential services through an extraordinary gazette notification. This decision aims to ensure the continuous provision of these crucial services. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115291
PM Harini briefs diplomatic community on flood relief and recovery efforts
PM Harini updated the diplomatic community on Sri Lanka’s flood relief and recovery efforts. Additionally, the Sri Lanka Tourism board has appointed an officer to address concerns of foreign tourists impacted by the ongoing disaster. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115290
Landslide risk forces partial closure of expressway section
A lane on the Gelanigama-Kahathuduwa Expressway is temporarily closed due to landslide risk from heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115288
Schools to reopen on December 16
Schools will reopen for the final phase of the third term on December 16, as announced by Nalaka Kaluwewe, the Secretary to the Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115287
Residents of Dompe, Biyagama, and Kelaniya s low-lying areas urged to evacuate
Residents in low-lying areas of Dompe, Biyagama, and Kelaniya have been urged to evacuate immediately due to the deteriorating flood situation, according to Gampaha District Secretary Lalinda Gamage. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115286
2025 GCE A’L exam postponed until further notice
The Commissioner General of Examinations has announced the postponement of the 2025 G.C.E Advanced Level (A’L) Examination until further notice. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115285