BREAKING NEWS: Bangladesh Garment Factory Fire Kills at Least 16
A devastating fire has ravaged a garment factory in Dhaka's Mirpur area, claiming the lives of at least 16 people and leaving many more missing. The blaze broke out around midday on Tuesday and was extinguished after three hours.
Timeline of Tragedy
12:00 PM (local time): Fire erupts at four-storey garment factory in Dhaka's Mirpur area
3:00 PM: Fire service puts out the flames, but an adjacent chemical warehouse continues to burn
9:00 PM (local time): Fire at chemical warehouse still not completely doused
Relatives Left Reeling
Distraught families gathered outside the factory, searching for loved ones who are still missing. The fire service has confirmed that DNA testing will be conducted on the recovered bodies before they are handed over to the families.
Safety Concerns Linger
Large fires are a recurring problem in Bangladesh's garment industry, often due to lax safety standards and poor infrastructure. This tragedy is just the latest in a long list of incidents that have claimed hundreds of lives in recent years.
What Happens Next?
The fire service has launched an investigation into the cause of the blaze, while authorities are working to contain the chemical warehouse fire. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for improved safety measures and regulations in Bangladesh's garment industry.
*This story is developing. Information compiled from Bbc reporting.*
