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South Korean Auto Parts Factory Fire Kills 11, Injures Dozens

A massive fire at an auto parts factory in Daejeon, South Korea, has resulted in at least 11 deaths and dozens of injuries, with rescue efforts continuing as firefighters struggle to access the building.

20 Mar, 12:22 — 21 Mar, 04:46
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hinduMostly Factual9h ago

At least 10 dead in South Korea car plant fire

Another 59 people suffered injuries, with 25 in a critical condition, an official said

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual9h ago

10 dead in South Korea car plant fire

A fire at a South Korea car parts plant killed 10 people, the Yonhap news agency reported early Saturday citing authorities, with rescuers still searching for four missing. A total of 170 workers were in the plant when the fire started, Yonhap reported.

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straits-timesMostly Factual19h ago

Fire at car parts factory in Korea leaves 55 injured, more than a dozen unaccounted for - The Straits Times

Fire at car parts factory in Korea leaves 55 injured, more than a dozen unaccounted for  The Straits Times

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual3h ago

11 people killed at car parts plant fire in Daejeon

At least 11 people have been killed in a large-scale fire at an automobile parts plant in the central city of Daejeon, authorities said Saturday. Rescue workers recovered the remains of the 11th victim from the charred wreckage of the plant around Saturday noon, they said. Three others remain missing, and at least 59 people were injured in the explosion, including two firefighters. A total of 170 workers were inside the plant when the fire was reported at around 1:17 p.m. on Friday. Firefighters

By The Korea Herald

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ndtvMostly Factual7h ago

10 Killed, 59 Injured In South Korea Car Plant Fire

South Korea car plant fire: A total of 170 workers were in the plant when the fire started, according to South Korea's Yonhap news agency.

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual6h ago

Fire at Korean car parts factory kills 10, injures 59, 4 missing

Videos and photos from the scene showed thick gray smoke billowing from the complex and some workers jumping from a building.

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