Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon
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Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon
Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon - Fire-fighting equipment arrives promptly and Doug and I got to watch it extinguished and surrounding houses being wet down by hoses from water trucks. About 65 bashas burned. Date: 1951
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1951 Arrives Basha Burma Burmese Doug Extinguished Myanmar Rangoon Surrounding Trucks Watch Promptly
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In this evocative photograph, the bustling scene of fire-fighting efforts unfolds in the heart of Rangoon, Burma (now Myanmar), in 1951. Smoke billows from the remains of 65 destroyed bashas, traditional Burmese wooden houses, as emergency responders work diligently to contain the blaze. Doug and an onlooker watch intently as fire-fighting equipment arrives promptly on the scene. The air is thick with the acrid smell of burnt wood and the hiss of water being released from hoses attached to water trucks. The surrounding houses, though unscathed for now, are being meticulously wet down to prevent the fire from spreading. The fire-fighting crew, dressed in protective gear, work tirelessly to extinguish the flames, their determined expressions a testament to their commitment to safeguarding the community. The 1950s were a pivotal time in Burmese history, marked by political instability and social change. Amidst this backdrop, the prompt arrival of fire-fighting equipment and the collective efforts of the community to contain the blaze serve as a poignant reminder of the resilience and solidarity that defined the era. This photograph offers a glimpse into a moment in history, capturing the raw energy and urgency of a community coming together to face a common challenge.
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