Fire at Commercial Building in Cheonan... 12 People Treated in Hospital After Inhaling Smoke View original image

[Asia Economy Reporter Hwang Yoon-joo] At around 5:14 PM on the 9th, a fire broke out in a building located in Dujeong-dong, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungnam.


The fire, which started on the third-floor commercial area, was extinguished in about 25 minutes, but 12 people inside the commercial area inhaled smoke and are receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.


The building reportedly houses a Kendo gym and one or two academies. Among those who inhaled smoke, some were students, but all are reported to have minor injuries according to the fire authorities.



The police and fire authorities are investigating the exact cause of the fire.


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