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Officials said many of those who died were found in restrooms at the back of the building, where people might have run to while trying to escape. Firefighters rushed to the spot soon after the fire was reported. They took around 30 to 35 minutes to bring the fire under control, though dense smoke made rescue operations difficult.

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the site and confirmed the death toll. Referring to an account from a musician present at the venue, he said smoke was first seen coming from a circuit breaker near the stage. This was followed by a power outage and an explosion, after which thick smoke quickly spread across the pub.

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At least 27 people have been killed in a fire at a pub in Bangkok in one of the deadliest such incidents in the tourism hub in recent years https://t.co/3STrHP3k5v pic.twitter.com/VkvzWFpVb1

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Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, focusing on electrical systems, emergency exits, and safety compliance.

The fire has raised fresh concerns about safety standards in crowded nightlife venues. The site has been sealed for forensic examination as the inquiry continues.