Four dead, over 3,000 families affected by heavy rains across 14 districts

Friday, 24 October 2025 00:04 -     - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

More than 12,000 people from 3,036 families have been impacted by the ongoing adverse weather conditions across 14 districts, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said yesterday.

According to the DMC, heavy rains and strong winds have caused widespread damage, leaving four people dead and nearly 480 houses damaged in recent days.

Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant and to contact the 117 emergency hotline for assistance in the event of flooding, landslides, or other weather-related emergencies.

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