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Sri Lanka reports over 300 deaths and hundreds missing after Cyclone Ditwah

Sri Lanka’s death toll from Cyclone Ditwah has risen to 334, with 370 people still missing, officials said. Rescue teams are now into their fourth straight day of operations, as floodwaters continue to overwhelm parts of the country. Nearly one million people have been affected by the severe rains and flooding that swept through large parts of the island nation. Record rainfall since last Thursday triggered multiple landslides in the central highlands, while overflowing rivers have inundated towns across Sri Lanka. Colombo, the commercial capital, is among the hardest hit. Dozens of families remain trapped in their homes. Over 17,000 people are currently living in shelters waiting for floodwaters to recede. Dear Viewers, We’re excited to announce the launch of our new channel — The Hindu Originals. Here, our seasoned journalists break down politics, governance, culture, and world affairs, and take you to the ground to tell stories that define today’s India. Subscribe to our new channel here: 👉    / @thehinduoriginals   Visit https://www.thehindu.com/ for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps: Android: https://bit.ly/3nboBEi iOs: https://apple.co/3EDCwt4 The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: https://bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter:   / the_hindu   Instagram:   / the_hindu