11 Feb 2022 | 05:10 AM UTC
Sri Lanka: Train derailment affecting services between Badulla and Colombo stations, Feb. 11
Train derailment near Watawala station, Sri Lanka, Feb. 11, causing rail disruptions. Reconfirm services on the Main Line.
Event
A freight train derailed near Watawala railway station in Central Province, 07:00 Feb. 11. The cause of the incident is unclear. There are no immediate reports of casualties. Officials warned of severe disruptions to Main Line services between Colombo and Badulla due to track damages.
Rail disruptions will likely continue until clearance and repair operations conclude. Localized traffic disruptions are possible; authorities could close roads around the accident site to facilitate recovery operations in the coming hours.
Advice
Reconfirm all scheduled rail transport along the impacted line at least through Feb. 11. Plan for road transport delays in the affected area. Heed all official advisories.
