Bangladesh garment factory fire kills at least 16
Summary
At least 16 people have died in a fire at a garment factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The fire broke out at midday, and it took three hours to put out the flames, although a nearby chemical warehouse continued to burn. Officials are still investigating the cause and legality of the warehouse operations.Key Facts
- A fire occurred at a garment factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, killing at least 16 people.
- The bodies of the victims were burned beyond recognition.
- The fire at the garment factory was put out after three hours.
- A nearby chemical warehouse continued to burn after the garment factory fire was extinguished.
- The warehouse stored items like bleaching powder, plastic, and hydrogen peroxide, which can increase fire intensity.
- Authorities have not determined which building caught fire first.
- Officials are investigating whether the warehouse was operating legally.
- Police and military are searching for the owners of the factory and the warehouse.
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