Khagrachari, March 8 (V7N) - A fire broke out at a market near the Larima Square in Dighinala,Khagrachari, in the early hours of the morning, causing nine shops to be completely destroyed by flames. The incident occurred around 3 AM.

Video: Fire Breaks Out at Market in Dighinala, Khagrachari

Upon receiving the news, the Fire Service rushed to the spot and, with the help of local residents, managed to bring the fire under control.

According to local sources, nine shops were entirely burnt down, and several other shops also suffered damage to their goods. A unit of the Fire Service was dispatched to the scene after the fire was reported. The fire was eventually brought under control after an hour of efforts, aided by the Army and local volunteers.

The Dighinala Fire Service confirmed the incident, but the exact cause of the fire and the extent of the damage have not been fully determined yet. However, local sources speculate that an electrical short circuit might have triggered the fire.

This is not the first time such an incident has occurred in the area. Earlier, a similar fire was also caused by an electrical short circuit, destroying shops and businesses.

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