- ‘Cyclone Ditwah’ is predicted to move away from Sri Lanka tomorrow (29), according to BBC Weather.
- Over 100 deaths have been reported in various districts. (Kandy 50/ Badulla 35)
- A total of 219,282 individuals from 61,175 families have been affected by the disaster situation caused by the cyclone.
- High-risk flood alerts have been issued for several major rivers, including the Kelani, Kalu rivers, Yan Oya, Mahaweli river, Deduru Oya, Maha Oya, Kala Oya, Attangalu Oya, Menik river, and Malwathu Oya.
- Severe weather cuts power to 30% of Sri Lanka.
- Telecom Services disrupted across Central Province due to disaster.
- A/L Examinations and School Reopening Postponed (Postponed until Dec.16)
- Passengers asked to avoid bringing visitors to BIA
- AASL said passengers are advised to check the latest flight status.
- SriLankan Airlines passengers have been requested to call 1979 (within Sri Lanka) or +94117771979 (international) to check Sri Lankan Airlines flight status.
- Indian PM Modi expresses solidarity with Sri Lanka, says ready to help.
- Sri Lanka cricket team donates Pakistan series earnings to flood victims.
- All health-sector to maintain 24-hour patient care during the crisis – Health Ministry.
- Several services including electricity, fuel supply declared essential services – President.
