SAVAR (DHAKA): Two persons sustained burn injuries after a house caught fire at Shahibagh area in Savar, on the outskirts of the capital city Monday (February 19).
Local sources said that the fire originated from a leaked gas line during lighting a cigarette.
The injured--Romana, 32, and Roton, 32--were taken to the burn unit of Dhaka Medical College and Hospital (DMCH).
Doctors said they are in critical condition. Nearly 75% of their bodies are burnt.
Meanwhile, Ifran, a 3-year-old kid was scalded from hot water at Rajfulbaria area of Savar. He was admitted to Enam Medical College and Hospital.
Sub-Inspector (SI) Soumen Mitra of Savar Model Police Station told Banglanews that they have visited the two spots.
BDST: 1116 HRS, FEB 19, 2018
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