Summary
Sri Lanka is facing new landslide warnings after a recent cyclone caused heavy rain and destruction, with 618 people confirmed dead. The disaster, part of a wider crisis across Asia, has affected more than two million people and led to aid efforts involving helicopters and foreign assistance. Other countries in Asia, including Indonesia and Thailand, are also dealing with severe floods and landslides.
Key Facts
- Sri Lanka has issued new warnings for landslides following Cyclone Ditwah.
- The death toll in Sri Lanka is at 618, with 209 people still missing.
- Over two million people in Sri Lanka have been impacted by the cyclone.
- More than 75,000 homes were damaged in Sri Lanka, with nearly 5,000 destroyed.
- Foreign aid, including a relief supplies plane from Myanmar, is helping the recovery efforts.
- Indonesia reports over 900 deaths from floods and landslides on Sumatra island.
- Thailand has reported at least 276 flood-related deaths.
- The IMF is considering a $200 million request from Sri Lanka to help rebuild.
