Floods hit Sri Lanka's capital as cyclone death toll rises to 159
Summary
Cyclone Ditwah has caused severe flooding and devastation in Sri Lanka's capital and other regions, resulting in at least 159 deaths and leaving hundreds of thousands displaced.
Key Points
- Cyclone Ditwah caused severe flooding in Sri Lanka's capital and other areas, causing at least 159 deaths.
- Over 122,000 people have been moved to temporary shelters and 833,000 require assistance due to the floods.
- A state of emergency has been declared by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, with India and Japan providing aid and support.
- Major infrastructure disruptions occurred including power outages, water supply issues, and damaged internet connectivity.
