Fire at Hotel in Jongno, Seoul... Guests Evacuate Amid Chaos
[Asia Economy Reporter Jin-gyu Lee] On the morning of the 5th, a fire broke out at a hotel located in Nakwon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, causing about 40 guests to evacuate.
According to the Jongno Fire Station, the fire occurred around 6:46 a.m. in the bathroom of a 4th-floor guest room in the hotel, which has 7 floors above ground and 1 basement level, and was completely extinguished by 7:14 a.m., about 30 minutes later.
Due to the fire, 42 people including guests inside the building were either rescued by firefighters who arrived on the scene or evacuated on their own. Two people who inhaled smoke were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Hot Picks Today
"How Much Will They Get?" 600 Million vs. 460 Million vs. 160 Million... Samsung Electronics DS Division's 'Three Wallets Under One Roof'
- Opening a Bank Account in Korea Is Too Difficult..."Over 150,000 Won in Notarization Fees Just for a Child's Account and Debit Card" [Foreigner K-Finance Status]②
- Yeouido's First Management Approval: Daegyo Apartment Sets Fastest Record at 2 Years 4 Months...Construction to Begin Next Year [Real Estate AtoZ]
- "Disappointing Results: 80% of Sunscreens Found Lacking in Safety and Effectiveness"
- "Who Is Visiting Japan These Days?" The Once-Crowded Tourist Spots Empty Out... What's Happening?
Meanwhile, the fire authorities are investigating the exact cause of the fire, considering the possibility that it was caused by an electrical issue in the bathroom ventilation fan.
© The Asia Business Daily(www.asiae.co.kr). All rights reserved.
!["Please Help Us": How Much Do Those Bowing Deeply for Your Vote Really Earn? [Data Pick]](https://cwcontent.asiae.co.kr/asiaresize/307/2026052010120870131_1779239528.png)
