It was reported yesterday that authorities battling the fire are facing difficulties due to the location of the fire.

The fire has also caused rocks to fall on to the Ella-Wellawaya main road which prompted police officers in the area to issue warnings to motorists using the road.

The fire which raged through a reserve in the Ella rock area since yesterday morning has been controlled to a certain extent, however, authorities fear that the forest fire could spread once again due to windy conditions in the area.

(Newsfirst)