Fire Breaks Out at Gumi Hospital in Gyeongbuk... 14 Slightly Injured

A fire broke out at a hospital located in Gumi-si, Gyeongbuk, injuring 14 people, including patients, with minor injuries.

A fire broke out at around 8:10 a.m. on the 18th at a six-story hospital in Wonpyeong-dong, Gumi-si, Gyeongbuk. [Image source=Yonhap News]

According to the fire authorities on the 18th, the fire occurred at around 8:10 a.m. at a six-story hospital in Wonpyeong-dong, Gumi-si, Gyeongbuk. The fire was brought under control in about an hour, and the fire department began mop-up operations.

Among approximately 90 evacuees, including patients, 14 sustained minor injuries due to smoke inhalation. They were transported to the hospital. It is estimated that some patients and others were unable to evacuate, so the fire authorities conducted four search operations, but no additional casualties were found.

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

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