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Death Traps: Tales of a Mega Community (Bangladesh, 2005-2011)

In the chaotic city of Dhaka, home to millions, the absence of building regulations and fire prevention measures leads to highly dangerous situations. Fires are a regular occurrence, and are difficult to bring under control because of the lack of the right apparatus and training. As a result, homes, possessions, and lives are lost. In his series DEATH TRAPS Abir Abdullah shows that although fire is a problem for everyone, it is particularly in the slums where they do the greatest damage. The poorest have no reserves in the bank, while they often lose all that they have in fires. With his work Abdullah hopes to awaken both the public and the authorities to the problem.

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