At least 27 people were killed and 63 injured after a fire engulfed a popular pub in northern Bangkok, officials said, with footage showing a huge blaze at the venue.
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Key facts
- At least 27 people were killed in the fire, according to officials.
- 63 people were injured, according to Al Jazeera.
- The fire broke out at the Na Ladprao pub in the northern part of Bangkok.
- Footage shared online by first responders showed a huge blaze and plumes of smoke coming from the front door.
A fire swept through a popular pub in the northern part of Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, killing at least 27 people, officials said.
According to Al Jazeera, the blaze engulfed the Na Ladprao pub and left 63 people injured in addition to those killed.
Footage shared online by first responders showed a huge blaze raging at the venue, with plumes of smoke pouring out of the front door of the pub, according to NPR.
The reports describe the fire as taking hold in the northern part of the Thai capital, where emergency crews responded to the scene.
Details on the cause of the fire and the circumstances leading to the high number of casualties were not provided in the available reports.
Why it matters
Deadly fires at crowded nightlife venues can result in significant loss of life very quickly, making crowd safety and building fire standards a matter of public concern. The scale of the casualties in Bangkok underscores the risks associated with packed entertainment spaces.
Frequently asked questions
How many people died in the Bangkok pub fire?
Officials said at least 27 people were killed in the fire.
How many people were injured?
According to Al Jazeera, 63 people were injured.
Where did the fire happen?
The fire broke out at the Na Ladprao pub in the northern part of Bangkok, Thailand's capital.
Timeline
- Fire engulfs popular Bangkok pub, killing 27 people and injuring 63
Al Jazeera: Footage shared online by first responders showed a huge blaze raging in the Na Ladprao pub.
- Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people, officials say
NPR News: Footage shared online by first responders shows a huge blaze raging and plumes coming out of the front door of the pub in the northern part of the Thai capital.