Navy continues flood relief duties in Western, Southern and Sabaragamuwa Provinces

Amidst severe weather conditions, the Navy has deployed its relief teams to aid flood-affected communities in the Western, Southern, and Sabaragamuwa provinces. The teams are currently conducting relief operations in Colombo, Kalutara, Rathnapura, Galle, and Matara districts, using boats to rescue stranded individuals and provide for their daily needs.

As of this morning (03rd June 2024), the Navy managed to rescue 36 individuals. In addition, naval personnel also provided safe transportation to approx. 400 persons and distributed meals and water to those in need.

In total 33 Navy teams are currently engaged in relief duties in affected areas. Accordingly, 06 teams in Kaduwela, Meethotamulla, Seethawaka and Hanwella areas of Colombo district, 08 teams in Baduraliya, Bulathsinhala, Ingiriya and Welipenna areas of Kalutara district, 01 team in Kalawana of Rathnapura district, 06 teams in Thawalama, Udugama, Baddegama and Nagoda areas of Galle district, and 12 teams in Matara, Malimbada, Akuressa, Panathugama and Kamburupitiya areas of Matara district are working in full swing to assist affected communities.

Moreover, the Navy has kept ready additional sixty (60) relief teams to support those impacted by the severe weather conditions.