Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release:
A special meeting to discuss adverse weather conditions and potential disaster situations that could affect Sri Lanka due to Cyclone 'Arnab' was held today (26 October) at the Disaster Management Centre, chaired by Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd).
The meeting focused on measures to address potential disaster situations, considering forecasts indicating that Cyclone 'Arnab' could affect Sri Lanka. Although the cyclone is not expected to directly affect the island, all District Disaster Management Committees have been alerted as a precautionary measure. Arrangements have also been made to issue necessary early warnings and advisories to people in the relevant areas.
Moreover, the Tri-Forces, Police and Coast Guard have been placed on full alert to respond to any disaster situation. Measures have also been taken to deploy specialised response teams, establish operational centres and position equipment in vulnerable areas as required. The importance of close coordination among all relevant agencies in effectively managing potential disasters was also emphasised during the meeting.
The Ministry of Defence and the Disaster Management Centre are closely monitoring the developing situation. The public is urged to follow official announcements, warnings and instructions issued by the Disaster Management Centre and its affiliated agencies and to rely on accurate and verified information to ensure their safety.
Following the meeting, a special media briefing was held with the participation of all relevant stakeholders to inform the media of the latest developments and preparedness measures.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Secretary of the Disaster Management Division, the Director General of the Department of Meteorology, the Director General of the National Building Research and Development Organisation (NBRO), the Director General of the Department of Irrigation, the Director General of the Disaster Management Centre, the Military Liaison Officer of the Ministry of Defence, and several other senior officials from relevant institutions.
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