A fire has broken out at a helmet manufacturing factory located in the Katuwana Industrial Zone in Homagama, according to the Homagama Police.
Residents in the area reported that thick black smoke from the blaze has spread across the surrounding area, covering much of the industrial zone.
Authorities are continuing efforts to bring the fire under control. No information regarding casualties or the cause of the fire has been released at this stage. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
