How has the tsunami disaster affected the state of Sri Lanka?
Because Sri Lanka has never experienced any major natural disaster, no mechanism is in place for relief and development of this magnitude. Few facts Almost 1 in 20 displaced (1 million) 1 in 400 deaths (40,000) More than 100,000 homes totally destroyed Loss of jobs o Farming land destroyed o Tourism o Fishing Infrastructure destroyed o Roads, schools, bridges, telecommunication, railroads etc.