Fire at the airport, damage over 1 billion euros

Investigators in Bangladesh estimate losses at more than $1 billion after a devastating fire broke out in the logistics area of ​​the main airport on Saturday.

The fire, which raged for 27 hours, destroyed large quantities of clothing, fabrics, medicines and chemicals, goods destined for global brands such as H&M and Walmart.

At least 35 people were injured in the fire and all air operations were temporarily suspended./Indeksonline/

#Bangladesh: A massive fire breaks out in the cargo area of ​​Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, forcing authorities to suspend all flight operations as firefighters battled to bring the blaze under control.@DhakaPrasar pic.twitter.com/6dZ1mu6Niv

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