28th November 2025 21:00:48 Hours
In a rapid and coordinated rescue effort, Sri Lanka Army troops safely evacuated 40 civilians stranded by rising floodwaters in the Rathnapura Maha Palliya area on 28 November.
Responding promptly to the emergency, soldiers of the 11 Gemunu Watch (11 GW) reached the affected location and facilitated the safe evacuation of all individuals at risk. The rescued civilians were subsequently transported to the Maha Palliya Rathnapura premises, where they were provided with essential.
support and assistance.The timely intervention underscores the military’s commitment to safeguarding communities during natural disasters.
