Mawanella, Feb 16 (Daily Mirror) - Thirty individuals, including 27 students attending an extracurricular boxing class in Mawanella, were attacked by wasps, a senior official at the Hospital said.

The attack occurred near an abandoned ten-storey building known for housing multiple wasps' nests, a recurring hazard that has plagued the vicinity for some time. 

Locals have repeatedly alerted authorities to the presence of these nests, expressing concerns over the safety of residents and visitors to Mawanella town. However, no action has been taken by authorities to address the issue, residents lament.

The mishap occurred during an additional boxing session held today near the aforementioned building, where the students, accompanied by three parents, fell victim to a swarm of wasps.

Following the attack, all 27 children, accompanied by three parents, were rushed to the  Mawanella Hospital and are currently receiving treatment. All the affected children are under the age of 15.