A train derailment at Potuhera Railway Station has caused significant disruptions to services on Sri Lanka's Northern railway line, with all scheduled trains now facing delays.
Train operations on the Northern railway line came to a halt today following a derailment at Potuhera Railway Station. The Railway Department confirmed that a train traveling from Polgahawela derailed at the station, creating an obstruction that has blocked normal traffic flow along the route.
All trains scheduled to pass through Potuhera Railway Station are now expected to experience delays as a result of the incident. The Railway Department has indicated that services will continue to run behind schedule until clearance and repair work is completed at the site.
Sources differ slightly on the train's intended destination. NewsFirst reported the train was heading to Kurunegala, while Ada Derana stated it was traveling to Mahawa, and NewsWire indicated the destination as Maho. The Railway Department has not yet provided additional details regarding the cause of the derailment or an estimated timeline for full service restoration.
