Passenger bus gutted in fire at Madampe

A private bus en route to Embilipitiya from Colombo was completely destroyed after catching fire in the Kawduwawa area of Madampe earlier today (10).

The bus, which had nearly 50 passengers on board when it departed Colombo this morning, caught fire mid-journey. However, no injuries have been reported to any of the passengers of the bus.

Local residents have helped bring the fire under control. Despite their efforts, the bus was entirely gutted by the flames, Ada Derana reporter said.

Rakwana Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire and are continuing inquiries.