A series of devastating wildfires that have swept across multiple regions, particularly in the central and southern parts of the country. The fires, which began on March 21, have claimed the lives of at least four individuals, including three firefighters and a government official. Hundreds of residents have been forced to evacuate, with Sancheong County among the hardest-hit areas—over 1,200 acres have been reduced to ash, leaving many homeless.
Fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, the wildfires have proven difficult to contain. The South Korean government has declared several regions, including North and South Gyeongsang and Ulsan, as disaster zones, allowing for swift emergency response efforts. Authorities have deployed firefighters, helicopters, and military personnel to battle the flames, but the situation remains dire.
Acting President Han Duck-soo has visited affected areas, pledging government support for displaced residents and allocating special disaster relief funds. The priority now is extinguishing the fires, preventing further destruction, and assisting those who have lost their homes. The nation watches anxiously as emergency crews continue their fight against the relentless blazes.
