Fire destroys 30 shops at N'ganj Hawkers' market

NARAYANGANJ, July 18 (UNB): At least 30 shops were gutted in a fire that broke out at the Hawkers' Market in Chashara area of Narayanganj early Friday. The fire started at around 6:30 am and was brought under control after nearly an hour's effort by three firefighting units.

Five people were injured while trying to douse the flames. Traders estimate losses at around Tk 10 million.

Witnesses said the fire spread quickly due to the presence of flammable items in the market, which mostly houses clothing shops. The cause of the fire was under investigation.