A group of plantation workers in Melfort Canal, Pussellawa, were attacked by wasps, resulting in the death of one person.
Police reported that the wasp attack occurred last evening (12), with six individuals injured.
One of the injured workers, a 50-year-old resident of Melfort Canal, succumbed to injuries after being admitted to the Gampola Hospital.
One person in serious condition remains under treatment at Gampola Hospital, while the other four have returned home after receiving medical treatment.
-Ada Derena