Dhaka, July 22 -- A teacher who survived the devastating fire following the crash of an Air Force fighter jet at Milestone School and College in Diabari, Dhaka, described the incident as sudden and overwhelming, leaving no time for reaction.

"The incident was so sudden that no one had a chance to respond," the teacher said.

"Students in the building where the jet crashed were lining up to leave their classes after the bell had rung. It was break time, and many were waiting at the gate.

Before anyone could realise what was happening, the fire spread rapidly. Visibility dropped immediately-first, there was fire, then thick smoke."

The teacher detailed his injuries, adding, "My hands were burned, and I struggled to breathe.

My face and ...