'Worst ever' wildfires rage in South Korea, killing at least 18 people
Wednesday, 26 March 2025 South Korea is facing "snowballing damage" from some of its worst ever wildfires that have killed at least 18 people and forced 27,000 to evacuate.
South Korea's acting president, Han Duck-soo, says wildfires raging in the country's southeast have become the worst in the nation's history. The wildfire outbreaks have killed at least 24 people, according to officials.
Heavy rains in South Korea leave at least 17 dead and 11 others missing
South Korea has been battered by torrential rains for the past five days, leaving at least 17 people dead and 11 missing.
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South Korea is reeling from catastrophic flooding and landslides triggered by relentless heavy rainfall since July 16, 2025. The death toll has surged to 14, with 12 still missing, as nature's fury battered central and southern regions. In the resort town of Gapyeong, a deadly landslide buried homes, while floodwaters swept vehicles away.
Sancheong County alone recorded nearly 800mm of rainfall, leading to the evacuation of over 7,000 residents nationwide. The national weather agency has forecast the rain will cease by Sunday, but a blistering heatwave is set to follow. Experts warn climate change is intensifying these extreme weather events, pushing South Korea to the edge. As rescue teams scramble and damage assessments begin, authorities continue to urge caution. The tragedy underscores growing environmental risks as weather patterns become more volatile and unpredictable.
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Wednesday, 26 March 2025
South Korea is facing "snowballing damage" from some of its worst ever wildfires that have killed at least 18 people and forced 27,000 to evacuate. 
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