Sri Lanka, Nov. 4 -- A fire triggered by a lightning strike on a vehicle on October 31st was successfully extinguished by the emergency response unit of the Hambantota International Port, according to the port authority.

Swift action by the team prevented the fire from spreading to nearby parked vehicles, minimising further potential damage.

Clarifying media reports that claimed extensive damage, the port authority noted that the lightning strike severely damaged one vehicle and caused minor damage to three others.

Hambantota International Port Services General Manager Captain Miyuru Gunasekara stated that the emergency response team acted immediately to douse the fire before it spread to adjacent vehicles, demonstrating the readiness ...