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CHATTOGRAM, June 2, 2026 (BSS)- At least 12 houses were destroyed in a fire 
that erupted in a slum located in the Halishahar area of the city today. 

The fire ignited at Lane No. 4 of Block I in Halishahar at approximately 9:30 
am today. It is suspected that the blaze originated from a wooden stove 
within one of the homes. 

According to sources from the Chattogram Fire Service control room, the fire 
was reported around 10 am. Subsequently, four units were deployed to manage 
the situation. 

The fire service successfully contained the blaze by around 10:30 am. Local 
residents indicated that the fire began at approximately 9:30 am, resulting 
in 10 to 12 houses being consumed by the flames. 

Almost all personal belongings within the affected houses were incinerated in 
the fire. 

Fire Service official Alamgir, who was present at the scene, confirmed that 
around 12 houses sustained damage due to the fire. Fortunately, there were no 
reported casualties. 

However, the full extent of the damage, the recovery of belongings, and the 
cause of the fire will only be determined following a thorough investigation.