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Fire in Bangkok Bar Leaves at Least 27 Dead
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- A fire at a bar in Bangkok late Sunday night resulted in more than two dozen deaths, with many victims trapped near the bathrooms at the back of the venue.
- The blaze started while a band was performing, with initial signs of smoke quickly escalating to flames and a massive explosion.
- Survivor Atipat Wijan, a band member, described the chaos and lack of sprinkler activation, noting people were unable to escape and were screaming for help.
- Social media videos showed patrons fleeing the burning bar, Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao, corroborating eyewitness and official reports.
- Emergency responders were on the scene, and dozens of others were injured in the incident.
