30 shops burby in Shariatpur on Eid day

Published : Thursday, 11 April, 2024 at 11:55 PM Count : 570

Observer Online Report

At least 30 shops were burnt in a devastating fire broke out at a market in Shariatpur's Zajira upazila on Thursday.

However, no casualties were reported.

Locals said the fire broke out at a shop owned by one Yunus in the market around 8 am. Then the fireInstantly spread around adjoining shops.

Later, on information, fire service personnel brought the fire under control after two hours of efforts.

Fire officials suspect an electrical short-circuit at the first shop has triggered the fire. "The exact amount of loss could not be ascertained immediately," he said.

Jazira Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Sadia Islam Luna said that the amount of damage will be assessed after visiting the scene.

"The government will assist the affected traders if they seek help," she added.

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