In the wake of a health emergency at Matara Prison linked to fever conditions, another distressing incident has unfolded at Galle Prison, where an inmate has succumbed to Meningitis, commonly known as brain fever.
The unfortunate event has prompted prison authorities to implement stringent measures, mirroring those previously enforced at Matara Prison.
Following established health guidelines, authorities at Matara Prison have imposed restrictions on various activities within the facility. A directive from the Commissioner General of Prisons has redirected new arrivals at Galle Prison to Agunukolapalassa Prison as a precautionary measure.
In an effort to adhere to health recommendations and curb the potential spread of the disease, arrangements have been established to regulate and monitor visitor access at Galle Prison.
This recent incident in Galle echoes a similar situation that occurred at Matara Prison just two weeks ago, where multiple cases of Meningitis were recorded, leading authorities to impose restrictions on activities within the facility.
