Urgent Appeal • December 2025

Help Kannattota Rise From the Floods

Cyclone Ditwah has devastated our village. 431 homes submerged. 1,300+ lives upended. We need your help to rebuild homes, restore livelihoods, and get our children back to school.

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431
Houses Submerged
1,300+
People Affected
4
Villages Impacted

The Disaster Overview

On November 27-29, 2025, Cyclone Ditwah triggered unprecedented heavy rainfall in the Kegalle District. The Gurugoda Oya, a major tributary of the Kelani River, burst its banks with terrifying speed.

The flash floods devastated the Kannattota Grama Niladhari Division. Families had minimal time to react. In a matter of hours, 431 houses were completely submerged, destroying furniture, documents, and lifelong savings.

Affected Areas (Mahallas)

  • Munawwara Masjid Mahalla (195 families)
  • Masjidun Noor Mahalla (115 families)
  • Masjidun Sumran Shareef (81 families)
  • Masjidun Huda Paranawatta (40 families)
Flood Scene Shops Closed School Damage Community Relief
How You Can Help

Urgent Needs Assessment

The Kannattota Flood Relief Committee has identified four critical areas requiring immediate funding and in-kind support.

Housing Rehabilitation

Priority 1 urgency for 431 damaged homes.

  • Cement, timber, & roofing sheets
  • Electrical & plumbing repairs
  • Structural safety assessments

Livelihood Recovery

Restoring the local economy and small businesses.

  • Capital grants for shops
  • Tool replacement for daily workers
  • Temporary cash assistance

Education & Essentials

Supporting students and replacing lost goods.

  • Uniforms & Textbooks
  • Bedding & Mattresses
  • Kitchen utensils & Hygiene kits

Stand With Kannattota

The Kannattota Flood Relief Committee commits to transparent, accountable, and efficient use of every contribution. We need your help to rebuild with dignity.

Contact the Relief Committee

President

Mr. Feros Shafi

+94 77 062 6161

Coordinator

Al Hafil Alhar

+94 71 243 4839

Committee Members

Mr. Inshaf Lahir: +94 77 636 3895

Mr. Riyas Haris: +94 77 299 0523

Correspondence Address

c/o Munawwara Jumma Masjid,
Kannattota, Kegalle District,
Sri Lanka.

For bank transfer details or material donations, please contact the coordinator directly.

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