A massive fire engulfed a commercial building in Seongnam, South Korea, on Friday, triggering a dramatic rescue operation that saved dozens of people. 🚒 Over 100 firefighters and 40 fire engines raced to the scene, battling flames and thick smoke in a ‘race against time’ effort.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as emergency crews helped approximately 50 people evacuate safely on their own, while firefighters rescued another 40 trapped individuals. No casualties have been reported so far—a testament to the first responders’ swift action. 👏
While the cause remains under investigation, local authorities praised the collaboration between residents and rescue teams. The incident has sparked online discussions about fire safety protocols in urban areas, with netizens calling the responders ‘real-life heroes.’ 💬
Stay tuned for updates as officials work to determine what sparked the blaze. 🔍
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Firefighters tackle blaze at commercial building in South Korea
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