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Sri Lanka: Man Rescued From Coconut Tree As Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 Saves Flood Victim

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Avukana, Sri Lanka - November 28, 2025 The Sri Lanka Air Force reports that a resident stranded in severe flooding was rescued after becoming trapped atop a coconut tree. According to Sri Lanka Air Force officials, a Bell 212 helicopter from No. 7 Helicopter Squadron at SLAF Base Hingurakgoda was deployed to the flooded area in Aukana. The aircraft reached the location where rising waters had forced the resident to climb a coconut tree to escape the flood surge. SLAF personnel carried out the rescue operation from the helicopter, saving the individual from the dangerous situation.

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