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Sri Lanka Tourism has announced an emergency hotline to assist tourists in Sri Lanka affected by the prevalent inclement weatherContinue Reading The post 24/7 Emergency hotline introduced for tourists in Sri Lanka appeared first on…

The Department of Immigration and Emigration has announced special visa facilitation measures for all foreign nationals affected by the adverseContinue Reading The post Special visa facilitation measures for foreign nationals affected by…

The Disaster Management Centre has issued the telephone numbers of District Disaster Management Coordinating Units (DDMCU) for the public toContinue Reading The post DMC issues District Hotlines for weather emergencies appeared first on…

The Government has informed the public and the international donor community that certain contributors have experienced difficulties when transferring fundsContinue Reading The post Govt announces updated payment instructions for disaster…

The group of passengers who were trapped on the roof of a flooded bus in Kala Oya, Anuradhapura have beenContinue Reading The post “We were stuck for 29 hours” – Victim recalls terrifying Kala Oya rescue appeared first on Newswire.

The United States has announced an immediate allocation of USD 2 million to support Sri Lanka’s emergency relief efforts asContinue Reading The post US commits USD 2 million for Sri Lanka’s urgent flood relief appeared first on Newswire.

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa visited several areas including Kaduwela today to inquire into the wellbeing of people affected by theContinue Reading The post Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa visits flood-affected communities appeared…

A protective flood barrier along the Iranamadu reservoir canal has breached after the spill gates were opened due to heavyContinue Reading The post Iranamadu canal flood barrier breach, residents urged to evacuate appeared first on…

There is currently no threat to the water supply in Colombo and surrounding areas, Minister of Water Supply stated today,Continue Reading The post Water supply in Colombo & surrounding areas : New update appeared first on Newswire.

SriLankan Airlines Special Announcement for Pilots and Cabin Crew This is a special announcement for all SriLankan Airlines pilots andContinue Reading The post SriLankan Airlines Special Announcement for Pilots and Cabin Crew appeared first…