23 Dec 2024 | 02:44 AM UTC
South Korea: Two people injured in explosion at a military facility in Gimhae, South Gyeongsang Province, Dec. 23
Injuries reported due to explosion at a military facility in Gimhae, South Korea, Dec. 23. Localized disruptions likely.
At least two civilian officers were injured due to an explosion at Gimhae Air Base (PUS) in Busan. The incident occurred at around 09:27 during an inspection of an oil storage facility; officials stated the likely cause was a machinery malfunction.
Authorities will probably maintain security cordons around the site over the coming hours as investigations continue. Localized transport disruptions are possible.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected location. Consider remaining indoors if fumes are heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from gas or smoke exposure. Eye and skin irritation are possible; flush irritated areas with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories.
