Dhaka, Oct. 18 -- Three major fire incidents in Dhaka and the port city of Chattogram have raised serious concerns over Bangladesh's safety standards and emergency preparedness, experts said.

The latest incident occurred at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, leading to the suspension of flight operations.

The fire broke out at the airport's cargo village around 2:30 pm on Saturday near Gate No. 8, said Talha Bin Jashim, an official of the Fire Service and Civil Defence (Media Cell).

Thirty seven firefighting units are currently battling the blaze, with six additional units on their way. Members of the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, and two platoons of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have also joined the efforts.

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