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Bangkok Music Bar Fire Kills 27 | Ottawa News
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- Jul 13, 2026
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Summary
A horrific fire at a Bangkok music bar has killed at least 27 people and left 25 critically injured, marking the deadliest blaze in the Thai capital in 17 years. Flames roared through the building, smoke billowing into the sky, while investigators focus on the stage ceiling—suspecting flammable decor or faulty wiring. Witnesses say smoke erupted from a circuit breaker before a power outage, followed by an explosion and rapid smoke buildup. Victims were trapped in windowless bathrooms near a blocked rear exit, with another possible exit near the kitchen also obstructed or locked. Families are in anguish, many unable to identify loved ones without ID. The tragedy echoes past disasters, including a 2022 fire that killed 14 and the 2009 Santika nightclub blaze that claimed 67 lives. Authorities are racing to uncover the full cause and prevent future catastrophes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/721cd5944c186930