A devastating fire at a hotel in Bucheon, South Korea, has resulted in seven fatalities and 12 injuries, according to authorities.
The blaze broke out on Thursday night in a room on the eighth floor of the nine-story hotel, located about 25 kilometers (15 miles) west of Seoul.
The fire, which was extinguished approximately three hours after it started, has left three individuals with serious injuries. Despite the fire not spreading extensively within the building, the dense smoke caused significant harm to those inside.
At the time of the incident, the hotel, which has 64 rooms, was housing 27 guests.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with officials yet to determine how it started.
The interior ministry has stated that they are working to understand the circumstances surrounding the blaze and its impact.
This tragic event follows another major incident earlier this year, where 23 people were killed in a fire at a South Korean lithium battery plant, highlighting ongoing concerns about fire safety and emergency response in the country.
Authorities are providing support to the affected families and guests, and a full investigation is underway to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Source: NDTV World
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