A wildfire that ignited in a national forest in Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon Province, has been fully extinguished within approximately three hours, officials confirm.
Incident Timeline
The blaze erupted around 8:59 p.m. on April 25 in the Mureung-myeon area of Yeongwol-gun. Firefighters and forestry teams brought it under control by 11:55 p.m. the same evening.
Response Efforts
Forestry authorities mobilized 119 personnel, including specialized firefighting units, along with 31 pieces of equipment such as fire trucks and aircraft. These resources worked in coordination with local fire departments to contain the flames rapidly.
Current Status and Next Steps
Crews now focus on clearing residual embers and monitoring for re-ignition. Once cleanup concludes, investigators will determine the fire’s cause and assess the full extent of damage.
