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Busan: In Busan, South Korea, a tragic fire at a hotel construction site resulted in the deaths of six workers and injuries to 25 others on February 14. The blaze erupted around 10:50 a.m. at the Banyan Tree hotel, which was under construction, likely due to insulating materials stored near a first-floor swimming pool. Firefighters managed to control the flames by approximately 1:30 p.m.
According to Park Heung-mo, a rescue official, thick black smoke filled the building upon their arrival. The deceased were located near the fire’s origin, suggesting they could not escape due to the presence of flammable materials blocking the exit. Firefighters used helicopters to rescue trapped individuals, with six later confirmed dead. Fourteen others were safely evacuated from the roof, while over a hundred workers were moved to safety.
Authorities are currently conducting a search of the building’s interior, and police have initiated an investigation into the fire’s cause. The construction of the luxury hotel, which began in April 2022, was expected to be completed in the first half of this year. In response to the incident, South Korean Acting President Choi Sang-mok ordered the mobilization of all available resources for rescue operations, emphasizing the importance of ensuring firefighter safety while conducting thorough search efforts.
