Sri Lanka: Rail disruptions likely in Colombo following train derailment Nov. 29

Rail disruptions are likely in Colombo due to a train derailment between Colombo Fort and Secretariat Halt railway stations on Nov. 29. Initial reports indicate the derailment has caused several wheels to fall off track, blocking one of the rail lines; no additional information has been provided as to when the issue would be fixed.

Passenger and freight train service cancellations and delays are likely. Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are likely near the derailment site until clearance operations end. Associated lingering disruptions are possible.