According to the market's website, Gate No. 1 is located near sections of the market that sell mostly books and collectibles, as well as food shops and cafes.
The Bangkok Post, quoting a tweet from rescue volunteers, reported that 30 shops were damaged and two persons were injured.Earlier, the Fire and Rescue Department issued a statement saying that the cause of the fire is still under investigation. The Chatuchak Weekend Market, also known as JJ Market, is the largest market in Thailand, with more than 15,000 stalls.
It is one of Bangkok’s most popular tourist attractions, selling books, clothing, home accessories, food, cosmetics, antiques and plants.
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