A massive fire broke out in the Korail slum area of Dhaka on Tuesday evening, prompting a major emergency response. According to Fire Service and Civil Defence duty officer Rashed Bin Khalid, the fire started around 5:19 p.m. and quickly spread through the densely populated settlement. Eleven units of the Fire Service were deployed to the scene to bring the blaze under control. As of the latest reports, firefighters were still working to contain the flames, though the cause of the fire and the extent of damage or casualties were not immediately known. Korail, one of Dhaka’s largest informal settlements, has experienced similar fire incidents in the past, often resulting in significant losses for residents. Authorities have urged people to stay away from the area while emergency operations continue.