Kelani River
Devastating Cyclone Ditwah Claims 193 Lives in Sri Lanka: Over 25,000 Homes Destroyed and 968,000 People Displaced
Nov 30, 2025 04:24 pm CST
Cyclone Ditwah has caused catastrophic flooding and mudslides across Sri Lanka, killing 193 people and leaving 228 missing. The disaster has destroyed more than 25,000 homes, displaced nearly one million people, and prompted international aid efforts as the country faces its deadliest natural disaster since 2017. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared a state of emergency as relief operations continue.
Cyclone Ditwah Death Toll Rises to 123 in Sri Lanka as Massive Evacuation Efforts Continue
Nov 29, 2025 03:00 pm CST
Cyclone Ditwah has caused devastating floods across Sri Lanka, resulting in 123 deaths and 130 missing persons. Nearly 44,000 people have been evacuated to welfare centers as the Kelani River bursts its banks. Relief operations are underway with military assistance while India provides emergency aid to the affected regions.