Nearly 500 soldiers quarantined at army camp due to flu outbreak

The Sri Lankan Army says it has implemented quarantine measures for soldiers at the army camp in the Veditalativu area in Mannar, following a flu outbreak among a group of army personnel.  

Sri Lanka Army spokesperson confirmed that around 25 soldiers have contracted the flu, with several requiring hospitalization. One soldier has been transferred to the National Institute of Infectious Diseases (IDH) for advanced treatment.  

In response to the outbreak, the Mannar health officials have taken steps to quarantine nearly 500 soldiers within the camp itself to control the spread of the viral flu.  

The flu outbreak, which had commenced from November 11, continues to be closely monitored by health and military authorities to ensure effective containment and timely medical intervention.