According to Yonhap News, the fire broke out on the first floor of the apartment in Jung-gu at approximately 7:37 PM on May 20. Fire authorities received reports of the blaze and quickly dispatched fire trucks and personnel to the scene for firefighting and rescue operations.
The fire spread within the apartment, but firefighters managed to extinguish it completely in about 30 minutes. During the rescue efforts, emergency responders found the elderly man, identified as Mr. A, and transported him to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Mr. A's daughter was also rescued from the scene. She sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at a hospital. The exact extent of her injuries and the circumstances surrounding the fire have yet to be confirmed.
As the fire erupted, some residents in the building hurriedly evacuated. However, no additional residents have been reported as needing transport due to smoke inhalation.
Fire authorities have completed safety measures at the site following the fire suppression. They are working with police to investigate the cause of the fire. A joint inspection is scheduled for the morning of May 21 to determine the ignition source and assess the extent of the damage.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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