Death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 153 after Cyclone Ditwah
Summary
Cyclone Ditwah has caused severe flooding and landslides in Sri Lanka, killing at least 153 people and leaving over half a million affected. Relief efforts are underway as many remain displaced.
Key Points
- Cyclone Ditwah has caused at least 153 deaths in Sri Lanka due to landslides and flooding.
- More than 78,000 people have been relocated to nearly 800 relief centers mostly set up in schools.
- Rescue and relief operations are ongoing involving police, navy, and army personnel distributing food and clearing roads.
- Meteorological authorities forecast continued rains, raising concerns about further flooding in already affected areas.
