Cyclone Ditwah has caused a devastating national disaster, with a dam breach triggering severe flooding that submerged entire villages in Muthur. This has left the Muthur Division in the Trincomalee District in a critical state, forcing many families to flee their homes.
Islamic Relief’s Sri Lanka team is actively working on the ground to provide urgent emergency assistance. According to the National Disaster Relief Services Centre (NDRSC) report dated 03.12.2025, a total of 9,530 families have been affected by the disaster, and in the Muthur Division alone, 4,752 families are currently taking shelter in 31 safety centers.
