Fires broke out at two separate locations in Colombo this afternoon, the fire brigade said.
The first fire broke out on Vauxhall Street, and the fire that started in one building has spread to an adjacent building.
Five fire engines have been sent to the scene to control the situation.
Meanwhile, another fire was reported near the BCC Bridge on Armour Street, where a row of shops have been engulfed in flames.
Three fire engines have been deployed to douse the second fire. Officials have confirmed that no injuries were reported in either incident.