Bangaldesh: Casualties reported due to explosion in Dhaka, March 7

Event

An explosion occurred in a building near the BRTC Bus Counter in Dhaka's Gulistan area, March 7. At least four people have been killed and dozens more injured. Emergency services are on the scene. The casualty count will likely increase in the coming hours. The cause of the blast is unclear.

Emergency services are likely to remain on the scene in the coming hours. Officials could close roads and evacuate buildings in the surrounding area. Road travel delays and disruptions to public transportation on nearby routes is likely.

Advice

Avoid the blast site. Plan for road travel delays in the area. Heed instructions of security forces.