Fire Breaks Out at Nambu University Dormitory in Gwangju; 70 Evacuate to Rooftop

A fire broke out on the second floor of a five-story dormitory building at Nambu University in Wolgye-dong, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, at around 10:18 PM yesterday (October 13).

Due to the fire, 70 people evacuated to areas including the rooftop.

One person, who descended from the fifth floor using an emergency escape ladder, sustained abrasions on the arm.

The fire was completely extinguished in 15 minutes at around 10:33 PM as the sprinklers activated.

Authorities found that the dormitory room where the fire started was vacant at the time, as all residents were out.

Fire authorities are currently investigating the exact cause of the fire.

(Photo: Yonhap News)
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