Sri Lanka: Rail disruptions reported along the coastal line as of Sept. 16 following a train derailment

Event

Disruptions are affecting the Coastal line as of Sept. 16 after a passenger train derailed near the Kollupitiya Railway Station in Colombo, Western Province, late Sept. 15. The incident did not result in casualties, but is causing train cancelations and delays due to track damage. Officials did not clarify when clearance works will end. The Coastal Line serves regions in the Western and Southern provinces, including Colombo and Galle cities.

Rail disruptions will likely continue until track repairs conclude. Localized traffic disruptions are possible; authorities could close roads around the accident site to facilitate recovery operations.

Advice

Reconfirm all scheduled rail transport along the impacted line at least through Sept. 16, especially towards Colombo's Fort Railway Station. Plan for road transport delays in the affected area. Heed all official advisories.

Resources

Sri Lanka Railways