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Bangkok pub blaze leaves 27 dead, 18 injured
A fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao venue near Lat Phrao Soi 1 killed at least 27 people and seriously injured 18 others shortly before midnight on July 12. The blaze is believed to have started from an electrical cut-out near the stage, with rapid spread possibly worsened by flammable interior materials and obstructed exits. Authorities are investigating the venue's licence and safety compliance, with potential criminal charges.
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