Fire Extinguished in About 40 Minutes

A fire broke out in an apartment in Daegu. Photo by Daegu Fire Safety Headquarters

A fire broke out in an apartment in Daegu. Photo by Daegu Fire Safety Headquarters

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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyun-joo] A fire broke out in an apartment in Daegu, causing residents to evacuate in a commotion.


According to the Daegu Fire Safety Headquarters on the 7th, a fire occurred around 8:40 PM the previous day on the top 19th floor of an apartment in Dalseo-gu.


Upon receiving the report, the fire authorities dispatched 28 vehicles and 85 personnel to the scene and extinguished the fire in about 40 minutes.


Although residents evacuated to avoid the smoke, fortunately, there were no casualties.



The police and fire authorities believe the fire started during garbage incineration and are investigating the exact cause and extent of the damage by interviewing witnesses and others.


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