MISSION PROFILE
Originally established to secure the Southern Expressway (Kottawa to Pinnaduwa), the unit has evolved into a nationwide lifeline. Today, our highly trained operators manage critical incidents on the Colombo-Katunayake, Southern, and Mattala expressways 24/7.
Unit Founder
DIG Mr. R.W.M.C. Ranawaka
The visionary behind expressway tactical rescue.
STRATEGIC LOCATIONS
Seeduwa
Gelanigama
Kurundugaha
Hethekma
Pinnaduwa
Sooriyawewa
Kokmaduwa
UNIT STRENGTH
01
Chief Inspector
04
Inspectors
14
Sub-Inspectors
43
Sergeants
49
Constables
24
Drivers
06
Civil Staff
TACTICAL ASSETS
Equipped with global standards in fire & rescue technology.
FIRE TENDERS
High-pressure water suppression systems designed for expressway speeds.
TECHNICAL RESCUE
Rapid response jeeps equipped with Hydraulic 'Jaws of Life' (Extrication Tools).
ALS AMBULANCE
Advanced Life Support units manned by trained STF Nursing Assistants.
EMERGENCY HOTLINES
RDA Expressway Emergency
1969
