
A fire erupted at an army camp outside the Sri Lankan capital on Sunday, resulting in multiple explosions at the camp and forcing evacuation of nearby villagers.
Army spokesman Brigadier Jayanath Jayaweera said the blaze erupted at an armory and spread in the camp.
He said the air force and navy personnel were sent to assist in attempts to douse the flames while the Colombo Fire brigade had also been deployed.
The spokesman said Army Commander Chrishantha de Silva has also gone to take stock of the situation in the area.
Residents in the area said windows in some houses were shattered following the explosions.
source : xinhua
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