In brief
A fire broke out in an eight-story commercial building in Seongnam, South Korea, prompting the evacuation of over 300 occupants. Rescuers saved 240 people while another 70 evacuated independently. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported, though 30 individuals suffered minor injuries.
An intense fire broke out in a commercial building in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, south of Seoul, on Friday afternoon, causing a significant emergency response. Firefighters were alerted around 4:40 p.m. and quickly arrived to assist the approximately 300 people inside, many of whom were left stranded on the roof waiting for rescue.By evening, responders had rescued about 240 individuals, while an additional 70 managed to escape on their own. Thankfully, there were no casualties reported. However, nearly 30 people were treated for minor injuries, primarily due to smoke inhalation.Footage captured by a local news outlet displayed the lower levels of the building consumed by flames, with black smoke billowing from the windows as terrified occupants gathered on the rooftop. The fire originated on the first floor, but the exact cause remains under investigation. The building itself is notable for its five underground levels, complicating the emergency response effort.
