▲ Fire breaks out on a freshwater snail harvesting boat in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province
A fire broke out on a 0.8-ton freshwater snail harvesting boat moored at a dock on the Bukhan River in Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province, at around 8:47 a.m. today (October 15).
No casualties were reported as there was nobody on board at the time of the fire.
It was reported that an official of the boat, concerned that the fire might spread to nearby vessels, separated the burning boat from others, moved it toward the riverbank, and attempted to extinguish the fire on their own.
Fire authorities dispatched to the scene extended fire hoses from the land, mobilizing 12 pieces of equipment and 33 personnel, and completely extinguished the fire at around 9:10 a.m., 23 minutes after it broke out.
Police and fire authorities believe the fire started near the boat's battery and are investigating the exact cause.
"Since boat fires carry a high risk of spreading to surrounding vessels, initial response and prompt reporting are crucial," said Gapyeong Fire Station Chief Park Seong-ho. "Please regularly inspect firefighting facilities such as fire extinguishers and promptly report to 119 in the event of a fire."
(Photo provided by Gyeonggi Northern Fire and Disaster Headquarters)
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