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Sri Lanka | Tropical Cyclone Ditwah - Operation Update #3 (MDRLK023)
By International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies at ReliefWeb
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
. Description of the crisis Cyclone Ditwah made landfall on the eastern coast of Sri Lanka on 28 November 2025, triggering what has since been described as the most extensive flooding and landslide damage the country has experienced in the past two decades. The cyclone brought exceptionally heavy ra
Key takeaway According to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) of Sri Lanka, as of 17 April 2026 (latest data on Cyclone Ditwah), a total of 220,044 people from 64,901 families had been formally registered as affected nationwide.
Why this matters
The extensive flooding and landslide damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka has put a significant strain on the country's disaster management capabilities. With 2.2 million people affected and 687 reported deaths, the humanitarian consequences have been severe. The substantial housing damage, with 115,495 homes destroyed or partially damaged, has led to protracted and dispersed displacement, with many people staying with relatives, friends, or in rented accommodation. The government's swift activation of national response mechanisms and mobilization of emergency services has been crucial in supporting evacuation and relief efforts. However, gaps in essential services such as child-friendly spaces, safe spaces for women and girls, mental health support, and access to dignity items in safety centers remain a concern. As the situation continues to evolve, it is essential to monitor the government's response and the efforts of humanitarian organizations to address these gaps and support the affected communities in their recovery.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? . Description of the crisis Cyclone Ditwah made landfall on the eastern coast of Sri Lanka on 28 November 2025, triggering what has since been described as the most extensive flooding and landslide damage the country has experienced in the past two decades. The cyclone brought exceptionally heavy ra
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