The fire caused extensive damages to civilian property located close to the camp. Samaratunge said that measures have been taken to assess the damage and provide relief to the people affected.

The Finance and Planning Ministry Secretary said a damage assessment study had begun on Saturday with the involvement of 76 Government Valuers. Samaratunge said the Valuers in the company of other state officials will visit each property, which has suffered damages and assess.

A report compiled by the Valuers is to be handed over to the District Secretary today.

The compensation for the affected is to be released thereafter. (CDN)