Colombo, July 13 -- A tourist resort under construction in the Kandekumbura area in Ella was destroyed by a fire, police said.

It was reported that the blaze spread rapidly due to the dry weather conditions and strong winds, quickly engulfing the entire site and resulting in total destruction.

Police said no injuries were reported in the incident.

Firefighters from the Bandarawela Fire Department, assisted by police and forest conservation officers, worked together to bring the flames under control.

Ella Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire.

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