Search operations are ongoing in Karaitivu, Batticaloa, to locate eight individuals, including five children, who disappeared when the tractor they were on was swept away by floodwaters. According to police reports, the tractor was carrying at least 14 people when the accident occurred.
Tragically, the body of a 15-year-old child has already been recovered from the floodwaters. The children were reportedly returning home from Nintavur Madrasa School when the incident took place, contributing to the heartbreak of the situation.
Authorities are working diligently to locate the remaining missing individuals, deploying rescue teams and resources in the affected area. The community is on high alert, with families anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones. The floodwaters have posed significant challenges, complicating rescue efforts. The police have urged the public to stay away from affected areas to ensure safety and allow emergency services to operate effectively. As the search continues, hopes remain that the missing individuals will be found safe.
