Sri Lanka, June 4 -- Eleven persons have been killed and three others reported missing following a fire that broke out at an elders' home in Anguruwatota, Horana last evening (03), Police said.

Seven persons who sustained injuries in the incident have been admitted to the Horana District Hospital for treatment.

According to Police, 72 residents were at the elders' home when the fire erupted. Police officers, firefighters, emergency service personnel and local residents joined rescue efforts and succeeded in bringing 44 occupants to safety without injuries.

The fire had spread rapidly through parts of the building before being brought under control after an intensive firefighting operation.

Police said investigations have been launched...