Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release:
Sri Lanka's tri-forces have intensified rescue and relief operations across the country as heavy rains and rising flood levels continue to affect thousands of families. Over the past two days, the Army, Navy and Air Force have jointly expanded ground, water and air-based assistance to ensure the safety of affected communities.
The Sri Lanka Army has deployed large teams for search, rescue and infrastructure restoration, clearing blocked roads, reinforcing tank bunds, and relocating stranded civilians to safe locations. Troops in Polonnaruwa, Wanni, Western and Central regions rescued dozens of people trapped by sudden floods, while e...