Sri Lanka, Oct. 14 -- A fire that broke out in a row of unauthorised homes near the Mahawatta Railway Lane area of Grandpass, Colombo, has completely destroyed around 15 dwellings.

The fire which broke out at around 2.15 pm yesterday (13) has caused damage to nearly 25 houses in the area.

According to the Colombo Fire Service Department, six fire engines have been deployed to the location to douse the fire and bring the blaze under control.

The fire has been completely brought under control by the fire-fighters who worked swiftly to extinguish the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby properties.

No loss of lives or injuries has been reported although property damage has been caused by the fire. The cause of the fire has not ye...