Fire Erupts in Commercial Building South of Seoul, Hundreds Evacuated

Sat Apr 05 2025 12:46:29 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Fire Erupts in Commercial Building South of Seoul, Hundreds Evacuated

A large fire breaks out in a Seongnam commercial complex, forcing over 300 individuals to evacuate and prompting emergency rescues.


On January 3, 2025, a massive fire in an eight-story commercial building in Seongnam, South Korea, led to the rescue of around 240 people, while nearly 30 suffered minor injuries. Emergency responders continue to investigate the cause of the blaze.


On January 3, 2025, a significant fire broke out in an eight-story commercial building in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, located south of Seoul. The incident occurred around 4:40 p.m., with quick responses from local fire officials who arrived at the scene shortly thereafter. At the time, approximately 300 individuals were inside the building.

Footage emerged showing dramatic scenes as people were stranded on the roof, awaiting assistance while flames engulfed the lower levels of the structure. Remarkably, firefighters rescued 240 individuals, while an additional 70 managed to evacuate independently. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported; however, nearly 30 individuals were admitted to the hospital due to minor injuries, primarily related to smoke inhalation.

Local fire officials established that the blaze originated on the first floor of the building, although the precise cause remains under investigation. The complex notably includes five underground floors, raising additional concerns regarding safety and accessibility during emergencies.

Ongoing analysis and reporting from various sources highlight the response effectiveness and challenges faced by emergency services during such incidents, shedding light on urban safety protocols and building regulations.

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