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Bangladesh Air Force Training Aircraft Crashes in Dhaka, Causing Multiple Injuries and Death

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A tragic incident unfolded in Dhaka's Uttara area on Monday afternoon as a training aircraft of the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) crashed, leaving at least one person dead and an unspecified number of students and others injured. The crash occurred at Milestone School and College around 1:18 pm, with reports suggesting that the aircraft burst into flames upon impact. The National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery received at least 50 injured people, with the number expected to rise.

Key Takeaways:

  • The training aircraft of the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) crashed in Dhaka's Uttara area on Monday afternoon.
  • At least one person has been confirmed dead, with an unspecified number of students and others injured.
  • Firefighters and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene immediately, with eight firefighting units from various locations working to control the blaze and assist in the rescue effort.
  • A BAF rescue team also reached the site and joined the operation, with several ambulances arriving to transport the injured.
  • Local residents and students of Milestone College were seen helping emergency responders, while a large crowd gathered at the crash site, causing disruptions to rescue operations.
  • Three ambulances were reported to have taken injured students to the Uttara Adhunik Medical College Hospital (BMSRI), while others were airlifted to the Burn Institute in Dhaka.

Statistics:

  • The crash occurred at 1:18 pm on Monday.
  • At least 50 injured people were brought to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery.
  • The number of injured people is expected to rise.
  • Eight firefighting units were deployed to control the blaze and assist in the rescue effort.
  • Two platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) were deployed to assist with rescue efforts and maintain order.

Sources:

  • "Dhaka's Uttara area skyward look... São BBC News" - UNB's correspondent
  • Talha Bin Zashim, media cell station officer at FSCD headquarters
  • Shariful Islam, public relations officer at the BGB headquarters
  • Dr Abhijit, director of the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery
  • Lima Khanam, a duty officer at the Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD) control room

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