Sri Lanka grapples with trauma, loss after deadly cyclone that killed hundreds
Summary
Sri Lanka faces severe trauma and loss after Cyclone Ditwah caused landslides and floods that killed over 400 people and displaced thousands, particularly in the Kandy region.
Key Points
- Cyclone Ditwah triggered deadly landslides and floods in Sri Lanka, killing 410 people.
- The Kandy region suffered the highest deaths with 88 confirmed fatalities and 150 people missing.
- Over 1.2 million people were affected nationwide, with more than 20,000 displaced to shelters.
- Authorities are actively clearing roads and restoring communication and power to aid survivors.
