65 bodies taken to DMCH

Chawkbazar chemical warehouse fire

Published : 21 Feb 2019, 10:59

Sahos Desk

Bodies of 65 people killed in the fire at Chawkbazar chemical warehouse in Old Dhaka have been taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital.

At least 69 people were killed in the devastating fire that initiated last night, according to Fire Service and Civil Defence.

Of the bodies, 57 were male victims, five women and three children, said Fire Service and Civil Defence.

Identities of the victims could not be known immediately.

Besides, 10 people, who suffered burns, were admitted to the burn unit of Dhaka Medical Hospital. 

Source: thedailystar

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