Dhaka, Feb. 22 -- The cause of the devastating fire that triggered panic in Khilgaon's Taltola area on Friday night accompanied by multiple gas cylinder explosions, remained unknown as of Saturday evening.

Authorities have yet to determine the full extent of the damage, though automobile workshop owners claimed that at least 28 vehicles including seven motorbikes were gutted in the blaze.

The fire broke out around 7:30 pm on Friday and was brought under control after nearly two hours of efforts. It was fully extinguished by 1:25 am on Saturday.

Anwarul Islam, warehouse inspector at the Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD) headquarters' media cell, said the fire originated in a densely packed garage area behind Khilgaon Police Station....