A catastrophic fire erupted at an auto parts factory in Daejeon, South Korea, claiming 10 lives and injuring 59 others. The blaze, which likely resulted from an explosion, left four individuals missing as rescue workers continue to search through the wreckage.
Authorities deployed over 500 firefighters, police, and emergency personnel to combat the inferno and conduct rescue operations. The fire, which started on Friday afternoon, presented significant challenges to responders due to concerns over potential structural collapse.
The rescue mission included unmanned firefighting robots to cool the site and search for survivors. Efforts continue as safety inspections and debris removal are underway. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung ordered full mobilization of resources to manage the disaster and aid those affected.
(With inputs from agencies.)