The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) marks the reflection and evaluation of the progress achieved in reducing disaster risk, the loss of lives, health and livelihoods. In 2021, the theme addresses the sixth of the Sendai Seven targets which is “International
WORLD HUMANITARIAN DAY 2021 #TheHumanRace against Climate Change
APAD- SL will observe the United Nations sponsored World Humanitarian Day 2021 with emphasis on #TheHumanRace against climate change on Thursday 19th of August 2021. The UN General Assembly designated August 19th in 2009 as World Humanitarian Day (WHD) in memory of the
“Meals that Heal”: A-PAD SL with Union Assurance Provide Meals for Those Affected by Floods
Due to flooding and landslides following adverse weather conditions, over 200,000 persons have been affected while 20 deaths have been recorded in the past few days. In Colombo district alone, 6 DS Divisions have reported a number of displaced persons who have been
Environmental Emergency Off Colombo’s Coast: Fire on Board MV X-Press Pearl Container Ship
Sri Lankan authorities have spent days battling a blaze on a container ship loaded with chemicals hoping to avoid a potential marine environmental disaster. The Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA), Sri Lanka Navy, Sri Lanka Air Force, National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency
SWM 2021 : Business Guides and Tips
In preparation for the Southwest Monsoon 2021 (SWM 2021) and associated adverse weather conditions, A-PAD SL created business oriented content to ensure safety, better preparedness and resilience within the corporates and business entities. The guides can be accessed via: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17KE7V-LbyDy5Oi-0mWLCheeb7tu1TvdL?usp=sharing