Sri Lanka shuts schools as floods and mudslides kill 7
Summary
Sri Lanka has closed schools in its central highlands after heavy rains caused deadly mudslides and floods, killing at least seven people and injuring others. The storms damaged homes and forced thousands to evacuate as military units worked to rescue trapped residents.Key Facts
- Torrential rains triggered mudslides and floods in Sri Lanka’s central highlands.
- At least seven people died: five in mudslides and two in floods.
- Several others were injured.
- The rains damaged 129 houses and forced nearly 3,500 people to leave their homes.
- Navy and army troops are helping rescue people trapped by floodwaters.
- The area affected is known for landslides during the monsoon season due to steep hills.
- The region is still recovering from Cyclone Ditwah, which killed about 640 people last November.
- Authorities have not announced when schools will reopen; the decision depends on future weather.
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