A forest fire, likely started from a transformer spark, has destroyed 120 homes, caused at least two deaths and prompted thousands to evacuate a mountainous region of South Korea, according to authorities.
has destroyed 120 homes and caused two deaths, authorities said Friday as thousands of people fled.
Videos posted to social media in South Korea showed tall flames shooting from large areas of forest, the air filled with embers and debris as cars drove by the raging fire. News photos showed a burnt-out bus, fire engulfing a hill, and residents evacuating apartment complexes and filing into gyms. Strong winds spread the fire rapidly in the forested mountains, and the Ministry of the Interior and Safety said about 250 hectares of forest had burned as well as 120 homes.
Another Gangwon fire official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of office rules, said at least 11 people were being treated for injuries. The official wouldn't comment on the nature of the injuries or how many were serious.
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