03 Jan 2025 | 09:04 AM UTC
South Korea: Authorities responding to fire at commercial building near Yatap Station in Seongnam City Jan. 3
Emergency response ongoing to fire at commercial building near Yatap Station in Seongnam City, South Korea, Jan. 3. Avoid the area.
Emergency crews are responding to a fire at a commercial building near Yatap Station on Seongnam-daero street in Seongnam City on the evening of Jan. 3. Authorities have deployed 103 firefighters and 41 fire trucks to the scene. The cause of the blaze is unclear. There are no immediate reports of casualties or the fire spreading to other compounds. Reports indicate that there are people trapped in the building.
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 and train services at nearby stations as a precaution. Lingering disruptions are possible until investigations conclude.
Seongnam is located approximately 6 km (4 miles) south of Seoul.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time for travel near the affected site. Follow all instructions from security personnel, including any evacuation orders. 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.
