A private bus collided with the Rajarata Rejini Express train travelling from Anuradhapura to Beliatta at the Kapumulla railway crossing in Rathgama.
The Department of Railways said the bus had only its driver on board at the time of the accident.
No injuries or casualties have been reported.
Further details regarding the incident are awaited.
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