Telecommunication services have been severely affected in parts of the Central Province after fiber optic lines were damaged by the prevailing disaster situation, the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission said. Director General Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Bandula Herath told BBC that systems in Nuwara Eliya, Passara, Kadugannawa and Welimada have collapsed, with repair work currently underway. However, restoration in Nuwara Eliya remains challenging due to unsafe conditions. Power outages affecting telecom towers have further delayed full recovery, as towers require electricity to function. Meanwhile, telcos have decided not to disconnect postpaid connections exceeding limits and will provide support for prepaid users, offering…
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A bus carrying approximately 70 passengers has been stranded for nearly an hour and a half on the Kalawewa Bridge along the Anuradhapura–Puttalam road., Parliament was informed today (28).
The government has instructed the District Secretaries to obtain the services of private boats if the boats assigned by the Sri Lanka Navy for relief work are not sufficient, Chief Government Whip Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.
The Irrigation Department has issued a Red Flood Warning for the Attanagalu Oya Basin, warning that a major flood situation may occur in low-lying areas within the next six hours due to heavy rainfall in the catchment. According to the Hydrology and Disaster Management Division, intense rainfall is currently being experienced in several parts of the basin, and analysis of river water levels recorded at gauging stations indicates a high risk of flooding in the Attanagalu Oya and Uruwal Oya valleys. The warning highlights that Gampaha town and surrounding areas are particularly at risk, with the possibility of rapid water…
The Irrigation Department has issued an urgent warning of a major flood risk in several low-lying areas of the Kalu River Basin, citing continuous heavy rainfall and rapidly rising water levels. The situation is expected to worsen over the next few hours.
The Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Private Limited (AASL) has advised all passengers to stay updated on their flight schedules and follow official guidance, due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions across Sri Lanka. Issuing a statement, AASL said passengers are advised to check the latest flight status via the following methods; Official website www.airport.lk. Arrival Flight Status: www.airport.lk/flight_info/arrival Departure Flight Status: www.airport.lk/flight_info/departure SriLankan Airlines passengers have been requested to call 1979 (within Sri Lanka) or +94117771979 (international) to check Sri Lankan Airlines flight status. “We urge the public to remain calm and informed, as we maintain continuous, round-the-clock…
Minister Bimal Ratnayake says Deputy Transport Minister Prasanna Gunasena visited the University of Peradeniya today to check on students affected by the flooding. He confirmed that the students are safe, but communication remains difficult due to disruptions to phone networks and electricity. The minister added that authorities are working to re-establish coordination with the campus. (Newswire) The post Deputy Transport Minister visits Peradeniya Uni to assess student safety appeared first on Newswire.
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa has urged all SLPP Electoral Organizers and Village Leaders to extend their fullest support to communities affected by the ongoing adverse weather.
Indian PM Narendra Modi extended heartfelt condolences to the people of Sri Lanka over the lives lost due to Cyclone Ditwah. India has dispatched urgent relief materials and vital HADR support under Operation Sagar Bandhu and stands ready to provide further assistance as the situation evolves. The post India dispatches relief as PM Modi offers condolences to Sri Lanka over Cyclone Ditwah appeared first on Newswire.
Colombo- bound flights will be diverted to the Mattala international airport, or Cochin and Trivandrum in India in case of difficulties in landing due to the inclement weather conditions, Minister Aruna Karunatilake said.
The funds allocated for disaster relief are not sufficient as at least Rs. 15 billion is needed for relief, especially for capital expenditure, MP Harsha de Silva told Parliament today.
Disaster Assistance – Sri Lanka Police Special Operation Centres are now active in all Police Divisions to provide support during floods, landslides and extreme weather. If you need urgent help, contact any of the 47 Police Division hotlines listed below Stay alert. Stay safe. The post 47 Police Division Hotlines Activated for Emergency Assistance appeared first on Newswire.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says Government and Opposition representatives must work together effectively in this challenging situation to safeguard the lives of affected citizens and provide them with the necessary relief. The President made these remarks during a discussion held this morning (28) at the Tri-Forces Headquarters with Government and Opposition representatives, to review the next steps required in response to the emergency disaster situation that has arisen in the country due to adverse weather conditions. Opposition MPs proposed that emergency law be enforced if necessary to ensure effective rescue and relief operations, and expressed their full support for such…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed the Tourism Authority to take necessary measures to efficiently provide essential services to foreign tourists facing difficulties due to the prevailing emergency disaster situation in the country.
The President has directed the Army to provide immediate assistance to those impacted by the prevailing adverse weather conditions across the island. Over 20,500 Army personnel have already been deployed to carry out rescue operations.
ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.22 percent higher on Friday amidst an early market closure due to adverse weather conditions, brokers said. “We have been seeing a bit of downward trend these days, but today we saw a slight reversal in the market,” Dimantha Mathew, Chief Research and Strategy Officer at First Capital Holdings PLC said. Market ceased trading at 12.30 pm after 3 hours. “Today was a bit of a shorter day and not many traders were there in the market.” The broader All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed 50.73 points up at 22,712.82 while the more…
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 29 NOVEMBER 2025 Issued at 2.00 p.m. on 28 NOVEMBER 2025 The Cyclonic Storm “Ditwah” [Pronunciation: Ditwah] is centered near latitude 8.4°N and longitude 81.0°E, about 30 km Southwest of Trincomalee at 11.30 a.m. on 28th November. It is very likely to move north-northwestwards. The general public is kindly requested to be attentive about future advisories issued by the Department of Meteorology in this regard. Cloudy skies can be expected over most parts of the island. Intermittent showers and thundershowers will occur over Northern, North-central, Central and North-western provinces and in Trincomalee district and very heavy falls…
The Irrigation Department has issued a warning of potential major flooding in low-lying areas surrounding the Attanagalu Oya.
A landslide occurred today (28) at the old railway yard road in Nawalapitiya, collapsing onto a house and claiming the lives of three members of the same family. According to Nawalapitiya Police, the deceased are a woman, her mother-in-law, and a three‑month‑old infant. It was reported that heavy rainfall in the Nawalapitiya area triggered the landslide onto the house. Despite extensive rescue efforts by local residents together with Nawalapitiya Police officers, they were unable to save the victims. The bodies of the deceased have been placed at the Nawalapitiya District General Hospital. Due to adverse weather conditions, five people have…
Colombo, November 28, 2025 – SriLankan Airlines has issued a travel advisory urging passengers scheduled to fly today to check the latest flight updates before heading to the airport, as adverse weather continues to affect many parts of the island.