A seaplane preparing to land in Gregory Lake, Nuwara Eliya, crashed into the water at around 12:30 p.m. today (07).
According to local reports, the aircraft was on a scheduled arrival to pick up a group of tourists visiting the area when the incident occurred. The two pilots on board sustained injuries and were immediately taken to the Nuwara Eliya District Hospital for treatment.
Police said the pilots were rescued from the lake by people operating recreational boats on Gregory Lake, whose prompt response helped prevent further harm. Investigations into the cause of the accident are currently underway.
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