Response to Fire at Incheon Logistics Center Upgraded to Level 2 Amid Spread Concerns

As the fire that broke out at a logistics center near the Gyeongin Aracheon waterway in Incheon risks growing larger, firefighting authorities have upgraded the response to Level 2.

According to the Incheon Fire Headquarters, the fire broke out at around 2:40 PM today (the 18th) at a logistics center near the Gyeongin Aracheon waterway in Gyeongseo-dong, Seohae-gu, Incheon.

While there are no casualties reported so far, 34 people, including logistics center staff, have evacuated.

Fire authorities issued a Level 1 response at around 3:20 PM, but considering that the flames were not brought under control and could potentially spread, they issued a Level 2 response as of 6:25 PM.

A Level 1 response mobilizes all personnel from the jurisdiction's fire station, while a Level 2 response is an alert that mobilizes personnel and equipment from not only the jurisdiction's fire station but also 5 to 6 neighboring fire stations.

The warehouse where the fire broke out is reportedly packed with large quantities of furniture and cosmetics, causing difficulties in extinguishing the fire.

Fire authorities are currently conducting firefighting operations by dismantling the sandwich panel building structures and spraying extinguishing water inside.

Seohae-gu issued a safety alert text message urging, "A fire has occurred at a logistics center, generating massive amounts of smoke," and asking, "Nearby residents should evacuate and vehicles should detour."

(Photo provided by Incheon Fire Headquarters, Yonhap News)
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