15 May 2024 | 03:24 AM UTC
South Korea: Authorities responding to fire at Environmental Development Corporation building in Dongdaemun District, Seoul, May 15
Crews responding to fire at Environmental Development Corporation building in Dongdaemun District, Seoul, South Korea, May 15. Avoid area.
Emergency crews are responding to a fire at the Environmental Development Corporation building in the Yongdu area of Dongdaemun District, Seoul, May 15. Officials have deployed at least 39 fire trucks and 123 firefighters to the scene. The blaze started at around 08:20. Authorities have closed exit 4 of Yongdu Station on Subway Line 2 and directed train services to bypass Yongdu Station. The cause of the blaze is unclear; there are no immediate reports of casualties or the fire spreading to other compounds.
Authorities will likely maintain an increased security presence near the incident scene over the coming hours. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely. Officials may evacuate additional nearby buildings or suspend localized ground travel as a precaution. Lingering disruptions are possible until investigations conclude.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders.
