Kelani River Surges to 8 ft at Nagalagam Street as Flood Risk Intensifies
Colombo is facing a worsening flood situation as the Kelani River water level at Nagalagam Street climbed to 8.0 feet on Sunday night, crossing the major flood threshold. According to official monitoring data, the river showed a steady rise throughout…
SLAF pilot killed after diverting helicopter to save people on Bridge
Sri Lanka Air Force Wing Commander Nirmal Siyambalapitiya, the pilot of the Bell 212 helicopter that crashed during disaster relief and rescue operations in Wennappuwa, has passed away, the Air Force confirmed. The helicopter went down while responding to emergencies…
WATCH: President AKD special statement
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Sri Lanka Death Toll Climbs to 334, With 370 Still Missing
At least 334 people have died and 370 remain missing, according to the latest situation reports issued by the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). The highest number of deaths has been reported in the districts of Kandy (88 deaths), Badulla (71…
All Universities and Training Institutes Closed Until December 8
The Ministry of Education has announced that all universities, higher education institutes, and vocational training centres operating under its authority will suspend academic activities until 8 December 2025. In a special statement issued today, the Ministry said the decision applies…
Sri Lanka Air Force Helicopter crash lands (Video)
Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter engaged in disaster relief operations has crash landed in an area between Lunuwila and Wennappuwa. All five crew members of the Bell 212 helicopter that crashed while carrying out disaster relief and rescue…
Expressway remains toll-free, public urged to use responsibly
The Expressway Operation, Maintenance and Management Division has expressed gratitude to the public for using the expressway system responsibly during the ongoing disaster situation, which has seen the toll fees temporarily waived. In a social media post, the division commended…
No disruption expected to Colombo’s water supply
The risk at the Ambatale and Biyagama water purification plants has now eased, following the earlier rise in water levels of the Kelani River. As a result, uninterrupted water supply to the Western Province — especially the Colombo District —…
Nagalagam water level rising: Colombo flood peak expected tomorrow
The Irrigation Department has reported that water levels at the Nagalagam Street gauging station in Colombo are continuing to rise, signalling a potential increase in flooding across several parts of the city over the next 24 hours. Hydrologists indicate that…
No fuel price revision for December
Sri Lanka’s state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has decided not to revise fuel prices for the month of December, despite the monthly price formula followed by the Lanka Petroleum Act. CPC Chairman Janaka Rajakaruna said that, according to the latest…