A-PAD Supports Flood-affected Communities in Neelabemma, Puttalam
In its relief distribution efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, A-PAD Sri Lanka prioritised reaching areas where needs were most acute and assistance was urgently required. With the support of Capital Maharaja Group (CMG) through its Sahana Yatra Initiative and coordination with the local authorities
A-PAD Sri Lanka Supports Flood-Affected Communities in Mutur
Cyclone Ditwah has caused severe flooding in Mutur, forcing families to take shelter in several schools that are now functioning as safety centers. In response, A-PAD Sri Lanka mobilized its teams to support displaced families sheltering in five major safety centers across Mutur. With
A-PAD SL Teams Up with Pearl Protectors and University of Colombo to Support Sirasa–Shakthi Sahana Yathra
Sri Lanka is affected by severe floods and landslides brought on by Cyclone Ditwah, leading to significant displacement and restricted access to many areas. Communities are turning to emergency shelters and relief services as the situation escalates across various districts. In a strong
Cyclone Ditwah – Joint Rapid Needs Assessment
The Rapid Needs Assessment (Phase 1) provides an initial, data-driven overview of the humanitarian impact of Cyclone Ditwah across Sri Lanka, highlighting the scale of flooding, displacement, infrastructure damage, and sectoral disruptions. Combining satellite analysis, secondary data, and expert inputs, the assessment outlines
A-PAD Qualified SLAF Rescuers’ Mission to Save Stranded Fishermen off Balapitiya Coast
Three fishermen in distress were rescued on May 30 in a high-risk air operation led by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), with two of the rescuers having undergone advanced training through the A-PAD SL Search and Rescue (SAR) programme. The mission was