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Bangkok pub fire kills 27, injures 63; investigation underway

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A devastating fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok, Thailand, has resulted in at least 27 fatalities and 63 injuries. The blaze, which began early Monday morning, is under investigation, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible electrical issue near the stage may have sparked the incident. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the scene and spoke with survivors, noting that panic and lack of exits in certain areas likely contributed to the high death toll. AI

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Bangkok pub fire kills 27, injures 63; investigation underway

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    At least 27 dead after fire breaks out at Bangkok pub

    A huge fire engulfed a pub in Bangkok early on Monday morning, killing at least 27 people before firefighters brought the blaze under control, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told local media. Footage shared online by first responders shows a huge blaze raging at the pub in th…

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