Forest fires have erupted twice in Gangwon Province despite an active drought warning across the entire region. The incidents highlight the heightened fire risk fueled by extremely dry conditions.
Samcheok Blaze Quickly Contained
Earlier on April 25, a fire broke out at 5:33 p.m. in a state-owned forest in Suam-ri, Hajang-myeon, Samcheok-si. Firefighters extinguished the flames within one hour and 27 minutes, preventing further spread.
Yeongwol Fire Prompts Major Response
Later that evening, at 8:59 p.m., another blaze ignited in Beopung-ri, Mureung-doyeon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun. Authorities deployed 65 personnel, including specialized firefighting teams, along with 23 pieces of equipment such as fire trucks to battle the flames in the state forest.
Persistent Dry Weather Fuels Risks
Drought advisories remain in effect province-wide, with relative humidity hovering around 35%. These very dry atmospheric conditions continue to elevate the danger of additional wildfires throughout Gangwon.
