The intercity – express train “ Pulathisi” operating from Batticaloa to Colombo has been derailed after it collided with three elephants which were crossing the road.
The incident had occurred around 5.05 am in between Gal Oya and Hathares Kotuwa Stations. The three elephants which were knocked down have been killed as a result of the accident.
As a result of the accident the engine and another compartment have been de railed.
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A Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter belonging to the No. 72 squadron has crashed into the Madhuru Oya reservoir this morning, Air FOrce Media Spokesman Eranda Geeganage said.
Update: Five of the twelve passengers on board the bell 212 aircraft that crashed into the Maduru Oya today, have succumbed to their injuries, the SLAF said.
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