Over 100 Are Killed in Floods and Mudslides in Sri Lanka
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Over 100 Are Killed in Floods and Mudslides in Sri Lanka
By THE NEW YORK TIMESMAY 27, 2017
At least 122 people have been killed in floods and mudslides in Sri Lanka after the worst torrential
rains to hit the tropical island nation since 2003, officials said on Saturday.
Sri Lanka’s military said that it was doubtful any missing people would be found alive two days after torrents of mud loosened by heavy rain covered homes in the southern
and western parts of the country, The Associated Press said.
The state-run disaster management center said nearly 100 people were still missing, according to Reuters.
Sri Lankan military and rescue teams have used boats and helicopters, but officials said access to some areas was very difficult.
The Foreign Ministry said that in coordination with the Disaster Management Ministry, a request had been made to the United Nations
and neighboring countries to provide help "especially in the areas of search and rescue operations," according to Reuters.
By THE NEW YORK TIMESMAY 27, 2017
At least 122 people have been killed in floods and mudslides in Sri Lanka after the worst torrential
rains to hit the tropical island nation since 2003, officials said on Saturday.
Sri Lanka’s military said that it was doubtful any missing people would be found alive two days after torrents of mud loosened by heavy rain covered homes in the southern
and western parts of the country, The Associated Press said.
The state-run disaster management center said nearly 100 people were still missing, according to Reuters.
Sri Lankan military and rescue teams have used boats and helicopters, but officials said access to some areas was very difficult.
The Foreign Ministry said that in coordination with the Disaster Management Ministry, a request had been made to the United Nations
and neighboring countries to provide help "especially in the areas of search and rescue operations," according to Reuters.