A fire broke out in a polythene manufacturing factory in Wattala on Sunday morning, leaving the area covered with plumes of smoke.

The factory is located in the residential area of Seevali Mawatha, Dalupitiya. Following the fire, residents in the area attempted to reach out to the Gampaha Fire Brigade.

Residents highlighted the fact that prioritising money over duty, could have resulted in the loss of lives.

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