Search & Rescue

Navy swiftly responds to bring ashore an ill fisherman for urgent treatment

The Sri Lanka Navy swiftly responded to bring ashore an ill fisherman and transfer him to hospital, for urgent medical attention this morning (19 Jan 25). The fisherman was aboard a multiday fishing trawler on the high seas off the south coast and the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo coordinated the retrieval of the fisherman.

19 Jan 2026

Swift response rescues 02 pilots of seaplane plunged into Gregory Lake

A swift response by the Sri Lanka Navy and Police resulted in the rescue of 02 pilots after a private airline seaplane plunged during landing at Gregory Lake, Nuwara Eliya today (07 Jan 26).

08 Jan 2026

Navy's swift action saves 02 fishermen from capsized fishing boat

The Sri Lanka Navy rescued two (02) fishermen from a capsized fishing boat in Trincomalee Inner Harbour on 15 Dec 25, during a rescue operation prompted by adverse weather conditions.

19 Dec 2025

Navy assists to bring ashore ill fisherman in eastern seas, through MRCC coordination

The Sri Lanka Navy brought ashore an ill fisherman who was in critical condition aboard a local multiday fishing trawler, about 16 nautical miles (29km) off Trincomalee. Upon being brought ashore, he was rushed to the Trincomalee General Hospital on the night of 10 Dec 25 for medical attention.

12 Dec 2025

Navy continues island wide Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief efforts

The Sri Lanka Navy continued its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations on 01 Dec 25, extending vital support to communities affected by the recent floods. These efforts included the provision of medical care, dry rations, drinking water and the restoration of essential services in affected areas.

02 Dec 2025

Navy extends assistance to flood-affected communities in Avissawella

A medical clinic was organized by the Amithirigala Medical Office of Health at Gurugalle Junior College, Avissawella, on 30 Nov 25, to support residents affected by severe flooding triggered by adverse weather conditions. The Navy rendered assistance for this cause, providing essential support and relief to the communities impacted by the floods.

01 Dec 2025

157 individuals saved from floodwaters in Illuppukadavai and Settikulam

The Sri Lanka Navy, on 30 Nov 25, rescued 157 persons affected by flooding in the Illuppukadavai and Settikulam areas of Mannar, following heavy rainfall. The rescue operations ensured that all those impacted were safely relocated and provided with essential relief.

01 Dec 2025

Sri Lanka Navy conducts urgent medical evacuation for critically ill child

The Navy facilitated the urgent transfer of a critically ill child from Analathivu Island to the Karampan Jetty on Kayts Island, Jaffna, last night (30 Nov 25), deploying a naval craft to ensure the child received immediate medical attention.

01 Dec 2025

Navy disaster-response teams recover vehicle trapped in Chettikulam floodwaters

The Navy extended timely assistance to a stranded vehicle in Chettikulam, Vavuniya, after heavy rainfall triggered flooding in the area.

01 Dec 2025

Navy rescues 309 people following Mavil Aru tank embankment breach

The Sri Lanka Navy continues extensive rescue and relief operations in the areas affected by the flooding triggered by the breach of a section of the Mavil Aru tank embankment in Trincomalee on 30 Nov 25, following heavy rainfall.

01 Dec 2025