The death toll from floods and landslides in Sri Lanka has risen to 169, with close to half a million people displaced.

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On Monday, Sri Lanka's Disaster Management Centre reported a higher death toll with 102 people still missing from the torrential rains in the country, which began on Thursday.

More than 75,000 people are sheltering in relief camps, officials added.

The torrential rains - the worst to hit Sri Lanka since 2003 - have swamped western and southern regions, with some of the most affected areas in Kalutara, Ratnapura and Matara.

Army boats raced up and down waterlogged village streets as they rushed to evacuate people and bring relief supplies.

A dozen military aircraft have also been sent out to rescue marooned villagers.

Read the News article on the issue from below Sky news Link.

http://news.sky.com/story/sri-lanka-flash-floods-leave-half-a-million-people-displaced-10895949

I'm working with the a Charity called 'Siri Sarana' in Sri lanka to raise funds to help the displaced people with immediate shelter, food and necessities in Kaluthra district.

Your funds will be sent to the charity founder in Sri lanka to buy the required essential items on needed basis.

The charity is formed by a Sri lankan Buddhist monk. His name is Rev Parakduwe Saranankara himi. He is the chief monk of the Kaluthra Asokaramaya Buddhist temple,Kaluthra north in Sri lanka. He's leading the humanitarian efforts to provide the supports needed for people in Kaluthra, Sri lanka.

The death toll is increasing day by day and more and more people need your help. Please donate whatever you can afford. Thank you.

If you want to donate directly to the the charity, the bank details are below:

Name: Rev Parakaduwe Saranankara
Account no: 026001002674
Bank name: DFCC BANK
Branch: Kaluthra, Sri lanka
Country: Sri lanka