Fire Breaks Out at Paint Raw Material Plant in Cheonan: 1 Dead, 2 Missing

A fire broke out at a paint raw material manufacturing plant in Dongnam-gu, Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province, leaving one person dead and two others missing.

The fire occurred at around 11:44 a.m. today (the 28th).

Responding to the report, fire authorities issued a Level 1 response at 12:05 p.m. and commenced firefighting operations.

The South Chungcheong Fire Headquarters confirmed that one body was found at the scene and transported to a hospital.

Additionally, two people are reported missing, prompting fire authorities to conduct a search and rescue operation.

An official from the fire department stated, "Whether there are additional casualties has not yet been confirmed."

The city of Cheonan sent out an emergency disaster text message at 12:12 p.m. to notify citizens of the fire.

Cheonan city advised, "Nearby residents should exercise caution for their safety, and vehicles should detour."

(Photo provided by Cheonan City, Yonhap News)
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