A devastating fire at a Bangkok music bar on Sunday night has claimed 30 lives, with over 70 people injured, according to officials.The Rong Beer Na Ladprao bar, located in the northern part of the Thai capital, was the city’s deadliest incident in 17 years.Firefighters took 30 minutes to control the blaze, which broke out shortly before midnight.Initial reports indicated 18 women and nine men died, with one bar employee from Laos among the victims.Over 24 injured individuals remain in critical condition.The incident has sparked calls for stricter fire safety regulations, as investigations reveal potential violations of safety protocols.Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt ordered a comprehensive safety survey of similar establishments and increased enforcement of existing laws.Families of victims expressed outrage over locked exit doors, which may have contributed to the high casualty rate.Engineers highlighted risks such as enclosed spaces, low ceilings, and flammable materials, which could have exacerbated the fire’s impact.The bar, licensed as a restaurant with live music, may have been excluded from stricter entertainment venue safety standards.Relatives and mourners gathered at the site, leaving floral tributes and handwritten messages.The tragedy has intensified public demand for accountability and improved safety measures in Thailand’s nightlife venues.