National Security Advisor Sagala Ratnayaka emphasized the necessity of implementing a specialized program to safeguard the homes and property of individuals residing in shelters during the disaster.
During a discussion held at the Kolonnawa Divisional Secretary’s Office on Monday (03), Ratnayaka also highlighted the potential for implementing mobile patrols with the involvement of community police.
He advised the army to adhere to strict hygiene protocols while providing food to people in the disaster-stricken areas and instructed officers to ensure the provision of clean drinking water to the affected individuals.
He also directed the establishment of a temporary relief centre operated by the Tri-force officers to provide essential relief to the people until the disaster situation ends.
NSA Ratnayaka underscored the importance of initiating a special program immediately to control epidemic diseases such as dengue, rat fever (Leptospirosis) and diarrhoea that may arise after the flood situation recedes.
He added that the President has instructed to rebuild all the houses that were completely damaged due to the disaster situation, with government assistance and the involvement of the armed forces.
