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Rail services disrupted after tree falls on train near Polgahawela

Original Reporting by Ada Derana
Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 16:15
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Rail services disrupted after tree falls on train near Polgahawela
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The Scoop & Verified Narrative

A tree fell onto a train near Polgahawela Railway Station, disrupting rail services along the Main Line.

Key Facts & Findings

  • —Train departed Colombo Fort at 5.10 p.m.
  • —Tree obstructed railway operations
  • —Disrupted train services along the Main Line
Statements on Record
“Rail services along the Main Line have been disrupted after a tree fell onto a train travelling from Colombo Fort to Rambukkana near the Polgahawela Railway Station.”
Why It Matters

The disruption to rail services may impact the transportation of goods and people across the country.

What to Watch For

Railway officials are working to clear the obstruction and restore normal train services.

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