The Government yesterday appealed to the United Nations, International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (ISARAG) and neighbouring countries to provide assistance to the people affected by flash floods and landslides.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry has made the appeal for immediate assistance to the affected specially in the areas of search and operation.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry has activated the Emergency Response Unit of the Ministry to coordinate rescue and relief measures related to the flood situation in several parts of Sri Lanka. In this regard, the Ministry in coordination with the Disaster Management Ministry, has made an appeal to the UN, International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) and neighbouring countries to provide assistance to affected people, especially in the areas of search and rescue operations.
The Ministry will continue to monitor the flood situation and seek assistance as required in consultation with the Ministry of Disaster Management.