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)