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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.
Sri Lanka Declares State of Emergency as Cyclone Ditwah Death Toll Reaches 132 with 176 Missing
Nov 29, 2025 09:38 pm CST
Sri Lanka has declared a national emergency following devastating floods and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, with 132 confirmed deaths and 176 people missing. The catastrophe has destroyed over 15,000 homes and displaced 78,000 residents into temporary shelters. With one-third of the country lacking electricity and clean water, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has invoked emergency powers and appealed for international assistance as rescue operations continue amid widespread infrastructure damage.