Emergency Relief

Sri Lanka Flood
Dithwa Disaster Emergency Relief

'Cyclone Ditwah' Strikes Sri Lanka: The Worst Disaster in 70 Years

"They have lost everything." 410 confirmed dead, and the lives of over 200,000 people have been halted. Your immediate assistance is critical.

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The worst in 70 years; urgent help is desperately needed.

“With compassion, help restore hope to a life that has been broken.”

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Humanitarian Toll:

  • To date, 410 deaths and 336 missing persons have been confirmed.

  • A minimum of 200,000 people are displaced, having lost their homes overnight.

  • Massive landslides occurred in the central highlands, including Badulla and Kandy, leading to concentrated loss of life.

Infrastructure Collapse and Health Risks:

  • Widespread damage includes housing destruction (totaling 20,836 affected homes ), road and bridge collapse, and paralysis of power and communication infrastructure.

  • The contamination of water sources due to flooding and uncleared debris raises the potential for waterborne disease outbreaks, increasing the risk for vulnerable groups.

Official Assessment:

  • Sri Lankan authorities have assessed this as "the most extensive and significant disaster damage to hit Sri Lanka in recent decades."

Crisis Situation:

The Tragic Reality in Sri Lanka

A dirt road with a collapsed section exposing a damaged roadside drainage system in a wooded area, with people and a green auto rickshaw nearby.
A toppled metal container in a muddy area with damaged debris and vehicles nearby, with a building and trees in the background.

Phase 1 Initial Response (Completed)

  • Provided emergency packages (food, water, hygiene kits) to affected households following the request of the Badulla local government.

  • Supported debris removal and access road clearance by supplying emergency recovery equipment (like chainsaws) and heavy machinery fuel.

Phase 2 Urgent Support (Where Your Donation Goes) KAFHI plans the following support to stabilize life in the IDP camps and strengthen protection for vulnerable groups:

  • Planned communal supplies for evacuee camp

    • Provision of generators, solar lights, large-scale cooking utensils, and cleaning supplies for sanitation, ensuring a safe and hygienic shelter environment.

  • Flood-Affected Household Support

    • Distribution of clothing, blankets, mosquito nets, and hygiene kits to reduce the risk of infectious diseases and hygiene-related issues.

  • Vulnerable Group Protection

    • Providing transportation for the elderly and disabled, and running child-friendly programs to support psychological stability and stress relief.

Korean American Food for the Hungry (KAFHI) is Moving on the Ground Now

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Group of people gathered indoors, listening to a man in a blue shirt with 'KFH' written on the back.
Multiple packs of bottled water, large plastic bags filled with various supplies, and cardboard boxes on a red and black sofa in an indoor setting.
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