September 29, Colombo (LNW): Several workers are feared to be trapped beneath a collapsed mound of earth in the Manikkawa area of Mawanella, following a construction site accident reported earlier today.
Preliminary reports indicate that the incident occurred while the workers were engaged in building a retaining wall, when a section of earth suddenly gave way, burying some of those on site.
Emergency services and rescue teams were swiftly dispatched to the location and are currently engaged in efforts to locate and extract the individuals believed to be trapped.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the number of workers affected or their condition. Local officials, along with police and disaster response units, are coordinating the operation as anxious family members and bystanders gather near the scene.
Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
