Families claim bodies as Bangkok fire toll rises to 30
Summary
The death toll from a fire at Bangkok's Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar has risen to 30, with many victims identified and relatives claiming bodies while investigations continue on the cause.
Key Points
- The death toll from the Bangkok bar fire has risen to 30, with 75 injured including 24 in critical condition.
- Relatives gathered at Police General Hospital to claim the bodies of victims, while some families still hope for missing loved ones.
- Authorities are investigating the fire's cause, including possible electrical faults and blocked emergency exits.
- Officials are also scrutinizing the venue's license and whether it was authorized to host live music.