Cyclone Ditwah: Unprecedented Floods, Landslides, and Storms in Sri Lanka
- Jei Nesha
- Nov 30, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 8
Updated: 06:30 PM, Sunday, 2025-12-07 by IST Canada
Dear brothers and sisters,
Our hearts are deeply burdened as we receive the latest updates on the escalating humanitarian disaster in Sri Lanka. The scale of devastation continues to grow, and the nation stands in urgent need of our intercession.
Current Impact
People Affected: Nearly 2.2 million
Confirmed Deaths: Over 625
Missing Persons: Nearly 200
Homes Destroyed: Nearly 45,000
Displaced and Sheltered: Over 275,000
Roads Impassable: Approximately 200
Railway Network: 70% non-operational
Bridges Damaged: Nearly 40
Humanitarian Concerns
Children Affected: Over 275,000 children face immediate risks to their health, safety, nutrition, and education (UNICEF).
Food & Medical Shortages: Essential supplies remain critically limited due to blocked roads and damaged infrastructure.
Public Health Risks: There is a rising threat of infections and waterborne diseases from stagnant and contaminated water.
Major Disruptions
Infrastructure & Utilities: Severe interruptions to transportation, electricity, water, telecommunications, and internet services across multiple districts.
Urgent Economic and Reconstruction Needs
Agriculture & Irrigation: Rs 31 billion is needed to restore farmland, irrigation tanks, and canals.
Roads & Highways: Rs 190 billion is required for repair and rehabilitation of major road infrastructure.
A Call to Prayer
In this hour of profound pain and national distress, we invite you to join us in fervent, united prayer. Let us seek God’s mercy for families mourning the loss of loved ones, His protection for those who are missing, and His comfort for the thousands who have lost their homes and stability.
May the Lord extend His healing hand over the nation—calming the storms, restoring what has been broken, and surrounding every suffering household with His steadfast presence.
Let us stand in the gap. Let us pray without ceasing.
The Power of Community Support
In times like these, our collective strength shines. We can come together to support those in need. Whether through prayer, financial assistance, or volunteering, every little bit counts.
How You Can Help
Consider reaching out to local organizations that are actively providing aid. Your contributions can make a significant difference. Remember, even small acts of kindness can bring hope to those who are suffering.
Staying Informed
Stay updated on the situation in Sri Lanka. Knowledge is power. Understanding the ongoing challenges can help us respond more effectively.
Conclusion
May God’s grace cover Sri Lanka! Together, we can be a source of light and hope in this dark time. Let's continue to pray, support, and uplift one another.
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