Nagalagam Street Hits Major Flood Level as Kelani River Surges
Nagalagam Street recorded a sharp rise in water levels early this morning, crossing into major flood stage as the Kelani River reached 7.05 feet at 6.06 a.m., according to official data. The rise marks the most critical point downstream, with…
Ambatale Flood Barrier Overflows: Immediate Evacuation Warning
The Ambatale flood control barrier has begun to overflow as water levels of the Kelani River continue to rise rapidly, Colombo District Secretary said today. According to officials, the situation presents a significant risk to surrounding low-lying communities, prompting an…
35 youths detained over drug party amid national disaster
Police have arrested two women and thirty-three men during a special operation carried out by the Welikada Police yesterday. The suspects, all aged between 20 and 35, were taken into custody on New Jayawira Mawatha in Athul Kotte. According to…
Three Foreign Visitors Safely Evacuated from Welimada Landslide
A landslide in the Reddapola area of Welimada late Saturday night led to the rescue of three foreign tourists who had been trapped, the Sri Lanka Army said. According to the Army, troops launched an urgent operation shortly after midnight…
Prevailing rainy weather condition will be reduced by today
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 30 NOVEMBER 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 30 November 2025 The Cyclonic Storm “Ditwah” [Pronunciation: Ditwah] is centered near latitude 10.7°N and longitude 80.6°E, about 130 km North of Jaffna at 11.30 p.m. on 29 th…
Disaster relief: President meets NGOs
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that maintaining proper coordination among all stakeholders involved in providing relief to disaster-affected communities would enable those benefits to reach the public in a more productive and effective manner. The President made these remarks during…
Mavil Aru sluice under pressure as floodwaters rise, warning from Irrigation Dept.
The Mavil Aru sluice is under pressure due to heavy inflows from the Mahaweli River, Director General of Irrigation Ajith Gunasekara said. An immense volume of water is currently flowing downstream through the Mahaweli River, exceeding its capacity and contributing…
Cyclone Ditwah Moves Away From Sri Lanka; System Weakening
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Sri Lanka offers free visa extensions and flexible flight changes for stranded tourists
Sri Lanka has announced special support measures for tourists affected by the ongoing severe weather, including free visa extensions and flexible airline policies to ease travel disruptions. According to the authorities, all tourists whose visas have expired during the current…
Prabath Chandrakeerthi appointed Commissioner General of Essential Services
Prabath Chandrakeerthi has been appointed as the Commissioner General of Essential Services, the President’s Media Division announced. The appointment has been made under the powers vested in President Anura Kumara Dissanayake through the Emergency (Various Provisions and Powers) Regulations No….