Sri Lanka: Ongoing fire reported at public market in Kegalle (Sabaragamuwa province) June 14

Event

As of 17:30 (local time) on Sunday, June 14, a large fire is reportedly ongoing inside the public market building in Kegalle (Sabaragamuwa province). The cause of the fire is not immediately known and no injuries have yet to be reported.

Emergency services and firefighters are on the scene. Details are emerging. Traffic disruptions are to be expected in the vicinity of the market over the coming hours as the area has been cordoned off. 

Advice

Individuals in the Kegalle area are advised to avoid the area of the fire and obey all instructions issued by local authorities.