'Kindly, stay at home and check the news from credible sources only'
'Kindly, stay at home and check the news from credible sources only'
The authorities urged public to avoid trekking during hot summer months for their safety.
Shoppers and shop owners were evacuated immediately via market exits.
The ministry urged the public to follow the directives issued for their own safety.
All passengers were able to wade their out of the vehicle and walk towards the top of the mountain.
Two people were airlifted to the Kalba Hospital and the other was a child who was saved by residents in the area.
The fire was caused by a gas cylinder which was left open after use.
The body of the deceased was transferred to the forensic laboratory for autopsy.
The cause of the fire was not immediately known.
The incident took place at a construction site.