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Fishing between Negombo – Panadura temporarily banned

(UTV | COLOMBO) – A temporary ban has been imposed on fishing between Negombo and Panadura by the Department of Fisheries.

State Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said vessels have been prohibited from entering through the Negombo Lagoon for fishing activities.

He said the temporary ban has been imposed with immediate effect as the fire engulfed X-Press Pearl vessel is sinking in its current position.

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