Impact Level: Notification
Locations Affected: Rajarbagh AGPB Colony, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Tracking Id: RINTP4795293169
Description:
As per reports, a fire incident has been reported at a residential building in Rajarbagh AGPB Colony, Dhaka, on Thursday (09 April). The fire has been reported on the fourth floor of a residential building, with the cause yet to be determined.
Presently, three units of the fire service and emergency response teams have been deployed to the scene and containment operations are underway. Further details are awaited.
Impact:
• The ongoing firefighting operations are likely to result in localised movement disruptions in the vicinity, with restricted access around the affected building.
• The presence of emergency vehicles and personnel may contribute to congestion on nearby roads.
• There is a potential risk of smoke exposure and safety hazards for residents in adjacent buildings, particularly if the fire spreads or intensifies.
Recommendations:
Advised to avoid the immediate vicinity of Rajarbagh AGPB Colony and use alternative routes where possible.
Advised to remain abreast of further updates via the official website of Bangladesh Fire Service & Civil Defence at https://fireservice.gov.bd
