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5 Injured in Fire Incidents During Dhaka New Year’s Eve
Five people, including three children, suffered burn injuries during separate incidents on New Year’s Eve in Dhaka, as fireworks and crackers lit up the capital's streets despite a ban on such activities.
The victims were identified as Farhan, 8, Tassin, 3, Sifan Malik, 12, Santa, 45, and Sumat, 20. The incidents occurred late Tuesday (December 31) night, according to Dr. Shaon Bin Rahman, resident medical officer at the National Burn and Plastic Surgery Institute.
Farhan, who sustained 15 percent burn injuries, was admitted to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery for treatment. The other victims received immediate first aid and were treated at the hospital.
In addition to the injuries, two separate fire incidents were reported in the Mirpur-11 and Dhanmondi areas. Rozina Islam, a duty officer at the Fire Service control room, confirmed the incidents. She said a fire broke out at a dustbin in Mirpur-11 around 11:30 p.m. Firefighters arrived quickly but found the fire had already been extinguished by locals. The second incident occurred at 12:53 a.m. when a blaze ignited at a shop near LabAid Hospital in Dhanmondi. Firefighters managed to contain the flames promptly, preventing further damage.
Despite a government ban on fireworks for New Year’s Eve celebrations, numerous people were seen setting off crackers and fireworks across the city, contributing to the accidents. Authorities continue to urge residents to abide by safety measures to prevent further incidents during festive celebrations.