A devastating fire broke out in a commercial building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, resulting in at least 43 fatalities. The blaze, which is believed to have originated from a restaurant, quickly spread through the structure, trapping many individuals inside. The building, which housed clothing and mobile phone shops, lacked adequate emergency exits, causing people to become trapped and leading some to attempt to jump to escape the flames. The fire has since been brought under control, and authorities are investigating the cause and examining the building’s safety measures.
- Fire in Dhaka, Bangladesh killed at least 43 people.
- The fire is believed to have started in a restaurant within a commercial building.
- The building contained clothing shops, mobile phone shops, and multiple restaurants.
- Victims trapped due to inadequate emergency exits and reliance on a single staircase.
- Many people suffered injuries from jumping from the building, with some in critical condition.
- Over 40 people are hospitalized, many affected by smoke inhalation and suffocation.
- Authorities are investigating the safety measures of the building, including fire safety equipment and escape routes.
- The incident has raised concerns over fire safety regulations in Bangladesh.
- Previous major fires in Bangladesh have been attributed to lax safety standards.
- Officials will face scrutiny regarding the issuance of fire safety clearances for commercial buildings.
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