A Sakura Paribahan bus traveling on the Dhaka-Barishal highway in the Gopalpur Melkai area of Dasar, Madaripur, caught fire due to a mechanical fault and improperly stored petrol. The incident resulted in one death and at least 30 injuries. Passengers were injured while attempting to escape the burning vehicle, with one being crushed by the wheels. Police, fire service units, and the army participated in the response and containment operations.
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
Fire service units participated in response and containment operations.
Note: Two units participated.
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Police participated in the response operations.
National military force for land-based operations and disaster response
Army unit participated in the response and containment operations.