Sri Lanka: Rail disruptions occurring along Coastal Line in Colombo late June 13

Rail disruptions are occurring along the Coastal Line in Colombo late June 13 following a train derailment at Panadura Railway Station. Emerging reports indicate a train derailed following a collision with a nearby railway signal board. The nature of the derailment remains unclear; officials are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.

Passenger and freight train service cancellations and delays are likely to continue and could impact other lines. Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are also likely near the derailment site until clearance operations end.