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Fire at Bangladesh Secretariat Building Number 7 Claims Life of Firefighter, Under Control After Six Hours with 18 Units Deployed

Dec 26, 2024, 02:39 AM

A fire broke out early on December 26, 2024, at building number 7 of the Bangladesh Secretariat in Dhaka, causing significant disruption and leading to the death of a firefighter. The blaze, which started in the early hours, affected offices of several ministries, including youth and sports, telecom, and local government. Firefighters worked for over six hours to bring the fire under control, with 18 units deployed to combat the flames. Despite their efforts, the fire continued to rage for some time, resulting in a tragic incident where a firefighter was struck by a truck while responding to the emergency. Authorities have announced the formation of an investigation committee to look into the cause of the fire, amid concerns over potential sabotage linked to ongoing corruption investigations involving high-ranking officials associated with the building. The exact extent of damage caused by the fire has yet to be determined.