‘Neighbourhoods buried under mud’: Sri Lanka floods death toll rises to 159
Summary
A cyclone named Ditwah has caused severe flooding in Sri Lanka, leading to at least 159 deaths. Over 200 people are missing, and many have been forced to flee their homes. A state of emergency has been declared, and international aid has been requested to help cope with the disaster.Key Facts
- Cyclone Ditwah has caused the death of at least 159 people in Sri Lanka.
- More than 200 people remain missing due to the floods.
- Approximately 44,000 people have moved to temporary shelters after losing their homes.
- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared a state of emergency.
- India and Japan are among the countries providing aid to Sri Lanka.
- The cyclone has disrupted communication, electricity, and internet services in many areas.
- This is the deadliest natural disaster in Sri Lanka since 2017.
- Over 20,000 homes have been destroyed, and more than 833,000 people need assistance.
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