Tragic reports have confirmed that the death toll from a devastating fire at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao music bar in Bangkok has now risen to 30.
The news comes as 24 others fight for their lives after being declared critically injured inside hospitals.
The fire erupted in the Chatuchak district, and it has now prompted a serious investigation into causes like potential negligence and major safety violations. As per reports from local media outlets, authorities spoke about how they were suspecting a possible electrical short circuit that originated from a ceiling AC or a stage circuit breaker. This triggered a fast-moving fire. The flames swiftly spread across the ceiling, trapping panicked patrons inside.
The cops and safety officials are heavily scrutinizing major areas of safety lapses that could be the result of the disaster in this venue. This included blocked exits, obstructed pathways, and damaged infrastructure.