Five people have been reported dead following a fire that broke out at a factory in the Katuwana Industrial Zone in Homagama, according to Police. 

Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, while further details, including the cause of the fire and the identities of the victims, are yet to be released. (Newswire)

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A fire has erupted at a helmet manufacturing factory located in the Industrial Zone in Homagama.

The blaze has blanketed the surrounding area in thick black smoke, raising concerns among nearby communities. 

It is reported that six fire engines from the Kotte and Dehiwala Municipal Councils have been deployed to contain the fire. (Newswire)

A fire has erupted at a helmet manufacturing factory located in the Industrial Zone in Homagama. It is reported that six fire engines from the Kotte and Dehiwala Municipal Councils have been deployed to contain the fire pic.twitter.com/5B76OlqG6a

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A sudden fire broke out today (10 Feb) at a helmet manufacturing factory in Paragahadenia, Kurunegala.

Reports state that the factory was completely destroyed by the blaze.

The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. (Newswire)

A sudden fire erupted at a helmet manufacturing factory in Paragahadeniya, Kurunegala earlier today. Firefighters are working to bring the situation under control.

More footage from the scene pic.twitter.com/V5z1ngIoBJ

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