A massive fire at a commercial complex in Seongnam led to hundreds fleeing, with fire officials rescuing many. Minor injuries reported but no fatalities.**
Over 300 Evacuate from Commercial Blaze in Seongnam, South Korea**
Over 300 Evacuate from Commercial Blaze in Seongnam, South Korea**
Fire rages through an eight-story building, prompting large-scale emergency response.**
In a dramatic scene on Friday afternoon in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, over 300 individuals were compelled to escape an intense fire engulfing an eight-story commercial building south of Seoul. The emergency unfolded around 4:40 p.m., with reports indicating that many were trapped on the roof awaiting rescue as thick smoke poured from the windows.
Fire department responders arrived within an hour, managing to rescue approximately 240 individuals. Additionally, around 70 people evacuated the premises independently. Thankfully, no deaths were recorded; however, nearly 30 people required hospitalization due to minor injuries caused by smoke inhalation.
Video footage broadcasted by local news agencies illustrated the chaotic scene, showcasing flames consuming the lower floors of the structure as smoke billowed skyward. While officials confirmed that the fire originated on the first floor, the precise cause remains undetermined at this time. Notably, the building features five underground levels.
Fire department responders arrived within an hour, managing to rescue approximately 240 individuals. Additionally, around 70 people evacuated the premises independently. Thankfully, no deaths were recorded; however, nearly 30 people required hospitalization due to minor injuries caused by smoke inhalation.
Video footage broadcasted by local news agencies illustrated the chaotic scene, showcasing flames consuming the lower floors of the structure as smoke billowed skyward. While officials confirmed that the fire originated on the first floor, the precise cause remains undetermined at this time. Notably, the building features five underground levels.
