Sri Lanka, Aug. 16 -- A passenger bus traveling from Colombo to Hambantota caught fire this afternoon (16) between the Dodangoda and Welipenna interchanges on the Southern Expressway.

The incident occurred around 3.45 pm, with thick smoke seen billowing from the vehicle.

Passengers were promptly evacuated, preventing casualties.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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