Sri Lanka cricket team donates Pakistan series earnings to flood victims

Sri Lanka’s national cricket team has decided to donate all tour money and match fees from the Pakistan series to assist those affected by the recent devastating floods and landslides across the country, Head Coach Sanath Jayasuriya said.

No cracks in Randenigala, Rantambe dams: DMC refutes social media posts

The report circulating over social media that the Randenigala and Rantambe dams have cracked is fake, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said today.

Passengers asked to avoid bringing visitors to BIA

Airports and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited has issued an important notice for passengers arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport due to adverse weather conditions affecting several access roads.

Red alert issued for Gampaha District as people asked to evacuate

Authorities have issued a major flood warning for the Gampaha District and surrounding areas as water levels in the Attanagalu Oya rise rapidly.

Twelve missing after landslide in Bulathkohupitiya

At least twelve people are reportedly missing following a landslide in the Dedugala area of Bulathkohupitiya.

Five dead, twelve missing after landslide in Hasalaka

Police said the bodies of five people have been recovered following a severe landslide near Yahangala Mountain in the Hasalaka area.

Death toll from inclement weather climbs to 61

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported that a total of 61 persons have died and 25 remain missing as severe weather continues to affect the country.

Indian PM Modi expresses solidarity with Sri Lanka, says ready to help

Indian Prime Narendra Modi said that India remains ready to help Sri Lanka at this time of disaster.

Health officials on alert for weather-related emergencies

Health authorities have placed medical teams on high alert as hospitals across several districts prepare for a possible surge in patients due to the ongoing severe weather conditions.

India’s aircraft carrier donates relief to flood victims in Sri Lanka

India’s aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, currently anchored in Colombo, has donated 4.5 tons of food items from its stock to assist flood victims in Sri Lanka.

Police launch helpline as adverse weather intensifies

Amid ongoing severe weather across Sri Lanka, the Police have introduced dedicated telephone numbers to provide the public with information and assistance related to disaster situations.

Important notice for all air passengers

Airport & Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited has released an important update urging passengers to stay informed as adverse weather conditions continue to impact Sri Lanka.

R. Premadasa stadium declared emergency relief centre

The R. Premadasa International Stadium has been officially designated as an emergency relief centre to accommodate up to 3,000 people in the event of a disaster.

Diplomatic missions express solidarity, support in relief and recovery initiatives: Foreign Ministry

Most diplomatic missions based in Colombo have expressed their solidarity and support for the Government of Sri Lanka during this challenging time, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said.

Colombo under threat of major flooding?

With a water level not experienced in recent history being seen in the Kelani River, the Irrigation Department has issued an urgent warning that low-lying areas along the Kelani River may face a high-risk flood situation.

15 inbound flights diverted as adverse weather disrupts BIA operations

A total of 15 inbound flights have been diverted from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) since 22:55 hrs yesterday (27) due to unsafe landing conditions caused by severe weather, airport authorities confirmed.

Public urged to stay alert as Kelani River nears critical level

The Irrigation Department have warned residents in Colombo and surrounding areas to remain on high alert as the Kelani River continues to rise following persistent heavy rainfall.

Three from same family killed in Nawalapitiya landslide

Three members of one family were killed when a landslide buried a house on Old Railway Yard Road in Nawalapitiya this morning (28), police said.

President directs officials to ensure unrestricted rescue and relief operations

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed District Secretaries to carry out rescue and relief operations without allowing financial limitations to impede urgent assistance for communities affected by the ongoing severe weather.

Pakistan expresses solidarity with Sri Lanka amid severe weather crisis

The Government and people of Pakistan have expressed their deepest solidarity with Sri Lanka in the wake of the ongoing severe weather crisis caused by cyclonic conditions and unprecedented heavy rainfall affecting large parts of the country.

India responds to Sri Lanka’s request for flood relief: Deploys INS Vikrant helicopters

India has agreed to deploy helicopters from its aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, currently docked in Colombo, to support Sri Lanka’s ongoing rescue and relief operations as Cyclonic Storm Ditwah causes severe weather across the island.

Peradeniya University closed until further notice

Severe weather conditions have forced authorities in Peradeniya to activate heightened safety measures as the overflowing Mahaweli River has inundated several low-lying areas, including parts of the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Over 65,000 electricity disruptions reported in Sri Lanka

Severe weather across Sri Lanka has caused widespread electricity disruptions, with more than 65,000 power outages reported nationwide.

Sri Lanka seeks help from Indian warship in Colombo

Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha, said that Sri Lanka has requested assistance from the Indian warship currently docked in Colombo, including the use of its aircraft, for ongoing rescue and relief operations amid the severe weather caused by Cyclonic Storm Ditwah.

Flooding blocks Kaduwela exits on Southern Expressway

The Kaduwela exits of the Southern Expressway (E01), for vehicles arriving from Kadawatha, have been flooded, the Transport, Highways and Urban Development Ministry announced.

SJB MP resigns

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) National List MP Ismail Muththu Mohamed has resigned from Parliament with immediate effect.

Sri Lanka launches global diplomatic push for flood relief, PM to brief foreign envoys

A diplomatic briefing will be held today, 28 November 2025, at the Prime Minister’s Office, led by the Prime Minister, to update Colombo-based Heads of Mission on the Government’s ongoing emergency flood-relief operations and recovery efforts.

Three dead after car plunges into Saindamarudu canal

Three people died after a car veered off the road and plunged into the Boralaweli Canal in Saindamarudu earlier yesterday.

Central Province cut off due to damaged connecting highways

The Central Province remains completely cut off from the rest of the country due to extensive damages to key highways, an official said.

Navy evacuates residents as floods worsen in Mahawa and Eluwankulam

Evacuation operations are underway in Mahawa, Kurunegala, and Eluwankulam, Puttalam after severe flooding affected several communities this morning. The Sri Lanka Navy has deployed multiple relief teams to assist residents stranded by rising water levels.