Wildfire Breaks Out in Taebaek; 4 Helicopters Deployed to Contain It

By JEONG SE HEE Posted : April 23, 2026, 14:48 Updated : April 23, 2026, 14:48
[Photo=Yonhap·Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province]
A wildfire broke out in Jangseong-dong, Taebaek, in Gangwon Province, and forestry authorities are working to contain it.

According to Yonhap, the fire started at about 1:43 p.m. Thursday in a national forest in Jangseong-dong.

Fire and forestry officials, along with local authorities, deployed 49 personnel, 14 pieces of equipment and four helicopters to fight the blaze.

Authorities said they plan to investigate the exact cause after the fire is brought under control.



* This article has been translated by AI.
JEONG SE HEE

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