Sri Lanka: Rail disruptions occurring along Upcountry Line in Demodara as of late Aug. 16

As of late Aug. 16, rail service disruptions are occurring along the Upcountry Line in Demodara following a train derailment near Demodara Railway Station. The incident occurred after a train from Badulla to Kandy went off the tracks near the Demodara railway station. 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 and could impact other lines. Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are likely near the derailment site until clearance operations end.