
Fire at Batticaloa bird sanctuary
Firefighters, Police and the people in the area are making efforts to douse a fire that has erupted at the Batticaloa bird sanctuary. The reason for the fire is yet to be revealed. This sanctuary situated within the Batticaloa Municipal Council limits is regarded as a safe haven for local and migratory species of birds. Picture by T.L.Jaufferkhan, Batticaloa group corr.
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