Workers trapped as earth bund collapses at construction site in Mawanella

Workers trapped as earth bund collapses at construction site in Mawanella

September 29, 2025   10:29 am

An earth bund has collapsed at a construction site in Manikkawa, Mawanella, trapping at least three workers on site. 

Rescue operations to extricate the individuals safely are currently underway, Ada Derana reporter said.

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