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27 Dead in Bangkok Bar Blaze, Thai Media Report

Thai media reports at least 27 fatalities in a fire at a Bangkok bar. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read

In brief

A massive blaze engulfed a Bangkok nightclub, killing at least 27 people. The incident occurred just after midnight, prompting swift emergency responses. Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed the death toll and that several others were hospitalized. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Authorities urge caution and await further details.

Firefighters outside the Bangkok bar after the fire has been brought under control
Firefighters outside the Bangkok bar after the fire was brought under control (AP)

At least 27 people have been killed in a huge fire that engulfed a Bangkok bar, Thai media reports.

Firefighters were called to the scene just after midnight and found patrons fleeing through the flame‑filled front door of the venue.

Unverified footage showed flames erupting from the bar as one woman fell to the floor before getting to her feet to escape.

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told journalists at the scene that 27 people died and several have been taken to hospitals. He said the cause of the fire was still under investigation.

This is a breaking story. More updates will follow.

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