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14 Dec 2022 | 01:31 PM UTC

South Korea: Authorities responding to fire at Namdaemun Market in Seoul, late Dec. 14

Officials responding to fire at Namdaemun Market in Seoul, South Korea, late Dec. 14. Avoid the area.

Warning

Event

Authorities are responding to a fire at Seoul's Namdaemun Market late Dec. 14. The cause of the fire is unclear. There have been no reports of casualties.

Localized transport disruptions may occur until authorities extinguish the fire and conclude their investigations. Temporary poor air quality is likely in the vicinity of the fire incident.

Advice

Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Monitor trusted local news sources for developments. Allow additional travel time near the impacted area. Close doors and windows if in the vicinity. Heed all official transport and security advisories.