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Major Fire at Hwaseong Lithium Battery Plant in South Korea Kills 20
Jun 24, 2024, 07:44 AM
A major fire broke out at a lithium battery manufacturing plant in Hwaseong, near Seoul, South Korea, on Monday, resulting in the deaths of at least 20 people. The fire, which caused extensive damage, has left several workers unaccounted for, with reports indicating that 21 people were initially missing. Firefighters have recovered around 20 bodies from the site, and efforts are ongoing to locate any remaining missing individuals. The plant is owned by Aricell, a key battery manufacturer in South Korea. The incident has prompted a large-scale response from emergency services as they continue to manage the aftermath of the blaze.
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