Devastating Cyclone Ditwah: Sri Lankans Search for Missing Victims Amid Massive Destruction

Dec 04, 2025 04:07 am CST

In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, Sri Lankans are desperately searching through mud and debris for missing loved ones. The disaster has claimed 474 lives, with over 350 people still unaccounted for. The cyclone caused the worst flooding in a decade, affecting 1.2 million people across the country, with Kandy region suffering the highest casualties. Relief efforts are underway as authorities consider potential relocation of vulnerable communities.